Summary
On October 25, 1996, a Karmy ROTORWAY EXEC (N728PC) was involved in an accident near Redmond, OR. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident to be: The pilot's failure to remove the dolly wheels during the preflight inspection.
On October 25, 1996, about 1345 Pacific daylight time, a Karmy Rotorway Exec, N728PC, registered to the pilot, rolled over on takeoff and was substantially damaged. The pilot, the sole occupant, received minor injuries.
The pilot reported that he failed to remove the dolly wheels from the helicopter, leaving an 18 inch handle dangling from the skid. During takeoff with a cross wind, the handle caught in the ground and the helicopter rolled over.
This accident is documented in NTSB report SEA97LA020. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N728PC.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to remove the dolly wheels during the preflight inspection.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Historical)
Analysis
On October 25, 1996, about 1345 Pacific daylight time, a Karmy Rotorway Exec, N728PC, registered to the pilot, rolled over on takeoff and was substantially damaged. The pilot, the sole occupant, received minor injuries.
The pilot reported that he failed to remove the dolly wheels from the helicopter, leaving an 18 inch handle dangling from the skid. During takeoff with a cross wind, the handle caught in the ground and the helicopter rolled over.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# SEA97LA020