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June 6, 2024 · Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA · N7514V
Maricopa, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 6, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Maricopa, AZ
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA (2003)
Tail Number
N7514V
Operator
Quantum Helicopters
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR24LA183
The flight instructor of the helicopter reported that, he initiated the autorotation from about 1,000 ft above ground level (agl). As they were descending toward the runway, the instructor noted his airspeed at 55 kts and a high rate of descent. He began the flare, but the rate of descent continued, so he attempted a power recovery. The helicopter continued to descend, and he raised the collective, to cushion the landing. The helicopter landed hard, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage, tailboom and vertical stabilizer. The flight instructor reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Descent/approach/glide path-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The flight instructor of the helicopter reported that, he initiated the autorotation from about 1,000 ft above ground level (agl). As they were descending toward the runway, the instructor noted his airspeed at 55 kts and a high rate of descent. He began the flare, but the rate of descent continued, so he attempted a power recovery. The helicopter continued to descend, and he raised the collective, to cushion the landing. The helicopter landed hard, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage, tailboom and vertical stabilizer. The flight instructor reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 MST
Nearest AirportAk-Chin Regional Airport (0.2nm NE)
Runway22
Runway Length4751 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R22 BETA
Tail NumberN7514V
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorQuantum Helicopters
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-J2A · Reciprocating · 131
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 26 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Age 27 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 11 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point11 F / 41 F
Altimeter29.75 inHg
Observation Time14:56
Weather SourceWFAC