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October 17, 2024 · Hunt Exec 162F · N162AP

North East, PA

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 17, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
North East, PA
Aircraft
Hunt Exec 162F (2007)
Tail Number
N162AP
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA25LA034

The pilot, who did not hold a rotorcraft helicopter rating, was performing a spot landing in the helicopter in relatively calm wind conditions. He stated that upon touchdown on the right skid, an unanticipated wind gust from the left pushed the helicopter forward and to the right, after which the helicopter dynamically rolled over to the right. The helicopter’s tailboom and main rotor blades were substantially damaged during the accident sequence. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter during landing following an encounter with an unanticipated wind gust, which resulted in a dynamic rollover.

Full Narrative

The pilot, who did not hold a rotorcraft helicopter rating, was performing a spot landing in the helicopter in relatively calm wind conditions. He stated that upon touchdown on the right skid, an unanticipated wind gust from the left pushed the helicopter forward and to the right, after which the helicopter dynamically rolled over to the right. The helicopter’s tailboom and main rotor blades were substantially damaged during the accident sequence. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:43 EDT
Nearest AirportMoorhead Airpark (0nm N)
Runway08
Runway Length2000 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftHunt Exec 162F
Tail NumberN162AP
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotorway · RI 162F · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 82 · None · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2300 ft
Temperature / Dew Point52 F / 41 F
Altimeter30.36 inHg
Observation Time10:11
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data