Hughes 269A
Bremen, OH — August 23, 2008
Event Information
| Date | August 23, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CHI08CA267 |
| Event ID | 20081003X41453 |
| Location | Bremen, OH |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.70000, -82.46667 |
| Airport | Willard Field Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Hughes |
| Model | 269A |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
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.
Full 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.
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.