N831MS

Substantial
None

SEYMOUR ROBERT M ROTORWAY 162FS/N: 6887

Accident Details

Date
Friday, April 23, 2010
NTSB Number
ERA10CA242
Location
Dallas, GA
Event ID
20100426X55927
Coordinates
33.914256, -84.939748
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during landing resulting in a roll over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N831MS
Make
SEYMOUR ROBERT M
Serial Number
6887
Year Built
2008
Model / ICAO
ROTORWAY 162F

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
IHM ROGER A
Address
4807 NW 67TH AVE
Status
Deregistered
City
FT LAUDERDALE
State / Zip Code
FL 33319
Country
United States

Analysis

The student helicopter pilot reported that he was practicing hovering, pedal turns, and ground taxiing in the ramp area. As he slowed for landing at the conclusion of the flight, the helicopter settled more than anticipated and the right skid touched the pavement. The student pilot immediately lost control of the helicopter and the helicopter rolled onto its side, incurring substantial damage. The student pilot did not report any anomalies with the helicopter prior to the accident.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA10CA242