Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary SEA07CA205

Bend, OR, USA

Aircraft #1

N707WH

Robinson R22

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

After completing five or six successful simulated power-off autorotations, the pilot entered an autorotation in which he allowed the helicopter's descent rate to become excessive. Although he attempted to take corrective action, he did not do so in time to keep the aircraft from contacting an asphalt surface with sufficient force to result in substantial damage to the helicopter's airframe.

Probable Cause and Findings

An excessive descent rate during a simulated power-off autorotation, and the pilot's failure to initiate corrective action in time to keep the helicopter from impacting the terrain.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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