ENSTROM F-28A
Fort Worth, TX, September 16, 2012
Event Information
| Date | September 16, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Fort Worth, TX |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.93111, -97.41167 |
| Airport | Hicks Airfield |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | CEN12CA647 |
| Event ID | 20120920X60933 |
Aircraft
| Make | ENSTROM |
| Model | F-28A |
| Registration # | N194E |
| 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 noncertificated pilot's operation of the helicopter, which resulted in the tail boom's contact with the refueling pump.
Full Narrative
The non-certificated pilot maneuvered the helicopter from the refueling pump and the helicopter's tail boom contacted the refueling pump resulting in substantial damage to the tail boom. On the submitted Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report, the pilot did not provide any details concerning the accident.
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.