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January 25, 2024 · Mcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E · N545PH
Waialua, HI
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 25, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Waialua, HI
Aircraft
Mcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E (1997)
Tail Number
N545PH
Operator
K & S Helicopters
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC24LA012
The pilot reported that while attempting to takeoff from a landing zone (LZ) that was overgrown with tall vegetation, the right front skid got caught in a fence, which resulted in a dynamic roll over. The helicopter rolled to the right and forward down the ridge and came to rest on its right side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, tail boom and main rotor transmission. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inability to maintain directional control after a skid got caught on a fence while he was maneuvering the helicopter for takeoff, which resulted in a dynamic roll-over.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while attempting to takeoff from a landing zone (LZ) that was overgrown with tall vegetation, the right front skid got caught in a fence, which resulted in a dynamic roll over. The helicopter rolled to the right and forward down the ridge and came to rest on its right side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, tail boom and main rotor transmission. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:47 HST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E
Tail NumberN545PH
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorK & S Helicopters
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · 250-C20B · Turboshaft · 420
Seats5
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1None
Crew 2Age 50 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind220° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F
Altimeter29.91 inHg
Observation Time12:55
Weather SourceWFAC