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June 2, 2022 · Bell HH-1H · N91JK
Reno, NV
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 2, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Reno, NV
Aircraft
Bell HH-1H
Tail Number
N91JK
Operator
Washoe County Sheriff Dept
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR22LA205
The two pilots were practicing pinnacle landings and takeoffs on a hilltop. The pilot in command (PIC) in the right seat was performing a takeoff when the helicopter encountered a wind gust that resulted in a right yaw. The PIC applied left anti-torque pedal to arrest the yaw when his left heel slipped off the front end of the footrest. His foot became wedged between the pedal and footrest, which resulted in an uncontrollable left spin. The PIC reduced collective, and the helicopter landed hard. The landing skids collapsed on landing, substantially damaging the fuselage and tail. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s loss of control following the inadvertent placement of his foot behind the anti-torque pedal.
Full Narrative
The two pilots were practicing pinnacle landings and takeoffs on a hilltop. The pilot in command (PIC) in the right seat was performing a takeoff when the helicopter encountered a wind gust that resulted in a right yaw. The PIC applied left anti-torque pedal to arrest the yaw when his left heel slipped off the front end of the footrest. His foot became wedged between the pedal and footrest, which resulted in an uncontrollable left spin. The PIC reduced collective, and the helicopter landed hard. The landing skids collapsed on landing, substantially damaging the fuselage and tail. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 PDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell HH-1H
Tail NumberN91JK
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWashoe County Sheriff Dept
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsLycoming · T53-L-703 · Turboshaft · 1800
Seats15
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 64 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Age 56 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind15 kt, gusting 21 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 25000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point30 F
Altimeter30.06 inHg
Observation Time15:55
Weather SourcePILO