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March 28, 2025 · Rotorway EXEC 162F · N8318A
Chuluota, FL
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 28, 2025
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Chuluota, FL
Aircraft
Rotorway EXEC 162F (2011)
Tail Number
N8318A
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA25LA160
The non-certificated pilot of the helicopter reported that the purpose of the flight was to practice takeoff, hover, and landing maneuvers from his private grass field. During takeoff, he increased the engine power and inadvertently applied right cyclic concurrently as he raised the collective. Subsequently, the helicopter’s right skid dug into the ground, resulting in a dynamic rollover. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to its main rotor blades and tail boom structure. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain lateral control of the helicopter during takeoff, which resulted in a dynamic rollover.
Full Narrative
The non-certificated pilot of the helicopter reported that the purpose of the flight was to practice takeoff, hover, and landing maneuvers from his private grass field. During takeoff, he increased the engine power and inadvertently applied right cyclic concurrently as he raised the collective. Subsequently, the helicopter’s right skid dug into the ground, resulting in a dynamic rollover. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to its main rotor blades and tail boom structure. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:00 EDT
Nearest AirportPVT (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRotorway EXEC 162F
Tail NumberN8318A
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 67 · Sprt · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 18 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 5000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point55 F
Altimeter30.22 inHg
Observation Time16:53
Weather SourceWFAC