Hughes 269B
Cook, MN — June 15, 2008
Event Information
| Date | June 15, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CHI08CA164 |
| Event ID | 20080630X00948 |
| Location | Cook, MN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 47.82167, -92.69055 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Hughes |
| Model | 269B |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot not maintaining tail rotor effectiveness while turning in cruise.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he was cruising east bound in a helicopter. He made a 180 degree turn to the right, flew west for about 40 seconds, and made a 180 degree turn to right. The pilot reported that he rolled out of the turn and that the helicopter continued to turn right. He said that he landed "flat" and "with the spin the helicopter rolled onto its right side." The airplane was examined after the accident and no pre-impact anomalies were detected. The pilot's safety recommendation was, "Watch your airspeed when turning right so that your tail can still maintain control."
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.