Pilot Debrief

BELL 206B near Laton, CA — 2021-03-13

Final reportWPR21LA130
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Date
2021-03-13
Location
Laton, CA, USA
Aircraft
BELL 206B
Registration
N161BH
Category
Helicopter
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from powerlines during low-altitude maneuvering.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that, while conducting an aerial application on a field, he overflew one set of powerlines, however, struck the second set of powerlines shortly after. Subsequently, the helicopter impacted terrain and came to rest on its left side substantially damaging the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.

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