Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary SEA06CA161

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Aircraft #1

N206UH

Bell 206L-3

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

While hovering prior to takeoff and waiting for company traffic to pass clear, the helicopter inadvertently drifted backward striking a hangar with its tail rotor, which resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft.

Probable Cause and Findings

The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance by allowing the helicopter to drift backwards, resulting in its tail rotor striking a hangar.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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