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July 4, 2024 · Robinson Helicopter R44 II · N225AM
New Florence, MO
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 4, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
New Florence, MO
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R44 II (2008)
Tail Number
N225AM
Operator
Nordwald Aviation Services
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA252
During an aerial application flight, the helicopter was climbing out from a spray pass along a narrow field when the tail rotor hit a dead tree limb. The helicopter started spinning to the right, entered an uncontrolled descent, and impacted the ground. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail boom and fuselage. The pilot and operator reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain proper altitude/clearance from a dead tree limb during an aerial application flight.
Full Narrative
During an aerial application flight, the helicopter was climbing out from a spray pass along a narrow field when the tail rotor hit a dead tree limb. The helicopter started spinning to the right, entered an uncontrolled descent, and impacted the ground. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail boom and fuselage. The pilot and operator reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R44 II
Tail NumberN225AM
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorNordwald Aviation Services
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-540-AE-1A5 · Reciprocating · 245
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 34 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 4800 ft
Altimeter29.87 inHg
Observation Time18:35
Weather SourceWFAC