Pilot Debrief

BELL 206B near New Hampton, IA — 2010-07-23

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Date
2010-07-23
Location
New Hampton, IA, USA
Aircraft
BELL 206B
Registration
N40TA
Category
Helicopter
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from wires.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he struck wires at the end of an aerial application spray run, which caused the helicopter to shake violently. During the emergency landing, the helicopter landed hard and rolled over on its right side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to its fuselage, main rotor, and tail rotor. The pilot stated that he should have performed a better “recon” for obstacles and wires in the field.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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