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November 22, 2023 · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland EC135T3 · N423NM
Dodge Center, MN
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 22, 2023
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries), 1 uninjured
Location
Dodge Center, MN
Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland EC135T3 (2022)
Tail Number
N423NM
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA053
During a dark night flight in visual meteorological conditions, an emergency medical services helicopter collided with a flock of birds about 1,100 ft above ground level. The impact shattered the windscreen and caused what the pilot described as an explosion. Despite the damage, the pilot was able to stabilize the helicopter and head towards the nearest airport, about 7.5 miles away. The helicopter landed without further incident. A post-accident examination revealed substantial damage to the main rotor blades in the pitch control cuff area and the monocoque structure of the fantail.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Ability to respond/compensate
Full Narrative
During a dark night flight in visual meteorological conditions, an emergency medical services helicopter collided with a flock of birds about 1,100 ft above ground level. The impact shattered the windscreen and caused what the pilot described as an explosion. Despite the damage, the pilot was able to stabilize the helicopter and head towards the nearest airport, about 7.5 miles away. The helicopter landed without further incident. A post-accident examination revealed substantial damage to the main rotor blades in the pitch control cuff area and the monocoque structure of the fantail.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time21:00 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAirbus Helicopters Deutschland EC135T3
Tail NumberN423NM
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 135
Engines2
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsSafran · Arrius 2B2 · Turboshaft · 643 | Safran · Arrius 2B2 · Turboshaft · 643
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries), 1 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured1
Total3
Crew 1Age 28 · First Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightNight
Wind310° @ 11 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point28 F / 25 F
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time20:55
Weather SourceWFAC