Pilot Debrief

ROBINSON HELICOPTER R22 BETA near Palmyra, MO — 2024-05-30

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Date
2024-05-30
Location
Palmyra, MO, USA
Airport
none
Aircraft
ROBINSON HELICOPTER R22 BETA
Registration
N221RH
Category
Helicopter
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from power lines during approach.

NTSB narrative

The helicopter pilot reported that during an approach to an off-airport confined area, the skid struck the top of a power line that he did not see. Upon impact the helicopter began to nose over and spin as the pilot closed the engine throttle. The helicopter subsequently impacted the road adjacent to the intended landing point. The tail boom separated, and the main rotor system and airframe sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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