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February 7, 2024 · Robinson Helicopter R44 II · N4054Y
Tupelo, MS
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 7, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Tupelo, MS
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R44 II (2013)
Tail Number
N4054Y
Operator
Maloney Leasing
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA112
The pilot reported that while attempting to land at his private helipad near a lake at night, he was unable to determine his height above the water. As he prepared to return to the departure airport, the tail rotor contacted the water. The pilot attempted to climb, but the helicopter began an un-commanded yaw to the right. The pilot reduced power and lowered the collective. The helicopter subsequently impacted the water and sustained substantial damage to the main rotor, tail boom, and vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures of the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Altitude-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while attempting to land at his private helipad near a lake at night, he was unable to determine his height above the water. As he prepared to return to the departure airport, the tail rotor contacted the water. The pilot attempted to climb, but the helicopter began an un-commanded yaw to the right. The pilot reduced power and lowered the collective. The helicopter subsequently impacted the water and sustained substantial damage to the main rotor, tail boom, and vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures of the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time19:15 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R44 II
Tail NumberN4054Y
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorMaloney Leasing
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-540 · Reciprocating · 245
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 60 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDark Night
Wind10° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point46 F / 34 F
Altimeter30.12 inHg
Observation Time20:53
Weather SourceWFAC