BELL 47G-2A
Nicolett, MN — July 27, 2011
Event Information
| Date | July 27, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA525 |
| Event ID | 20110729X31635 |
| Location | Nicolett, MN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.27528, -94.18750 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | BELL |
| Model | 47G-2A |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 137 |
| 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 control of the helicopter while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the helicopter gained altitude and he started a turn during a low level aerial application maneuver. The turning maneuver did not "feel right." He leveled off and stopped the turn. He lowered the collective and added full throttle. The pilot stated that the helicopter's RPMs were in the bottom of the green arc. The helicopter began losing altitude and impacted tall corn. The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter. The helicopter sustained substantial damage when the main rotor separated a section of its tailboom.
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.