Pilot Debrief

Hughes 269A near Bremen, OH — 2008-08-23

Final reportCHI08CA267
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Date
2008-08-23
Location
Bremen, OH, USA
Airport
62OH
Aircraft
Hughes 269A
Registration
N2256W
Category
Helicopter
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient main rotor speed during the quick-stop maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the drainage ditch.

NTSB narrative

The pilot was practicing a quick-stop maneuver when the accident occurred. He stated that the helicopter's main rotor speed was too low as he flared for landing. The helicopter landed hard, bounced off the right side of the runway, and then rolled over in a drainage ditch. The pilot reported that his most recent FAA medical examination and flight review were completed in 2001 and 1999, respectively.

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