BELL 47K
Kingston, WA — July 11, 2014
Event Information
| Date | July 11, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR14CA290 |
| Event ID | 20140713X41116 |
| Location | Kingston, WA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 47.82472, -122.49973 |
| Airport | THOMPSON AIRPORT |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | BELL |
| Model | 47K |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing approach, which resulted in an excessive descent angle and settling with power.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was making an approach to landing on a shoreline. As the helicopter passed through 200 feet, it encountered settling with power. The pilot was unable to arrest the descent and the helicopter subsequently impacted the water. The main rotor blades and aircraft structure were substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.