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September 17, 2023 · Helio H-295 · N713C
Fairbanks, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 17, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Fairbanks, AK
Aircraft
Helio H-295 (1970)
Tail Number
N713C
Operator
Wright Air Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC23LA082
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a remote site surrounded by trees, he encountered windshear and a gusting tailwind during the initial climb. He said that once the airplane climbed above tree level, the airplane stopped climbing, lost altitude, and then struck a stand of trees at the departure end of the site, resulting in substantial damage to the wings and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Climb rate-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a remote site surrounded by trees, he encountered windshear and a gusting tailwind during the initial climb. He said that once the airplane climbed above tree level, the airplane stopped climbing, lost altitude, and then struck a stand of trees at the departure end of the site, resulting in substantial damage to the wings and empennage. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:35 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledVfif
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftHelio H-295
Tail NumberN713C
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWright Air Service
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · GO-480-G2D6 · Reciprocating · 285
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1None
Crew 2None
Crew 3Age 47 · Second Class · None
Crew 4None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind90° @ 9 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 10000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point57 F / 32 F
Altimeter29.06 inHg
Observation Time16:55
Weather SourceWFAC