Accident Details
Date
Friday, July 23, 2010
NTSB Number
CEN10CA428
Location
New Hampton, IA
Event ID
20100725X02818
Coordinates
43.086944, -92.343055
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from wires.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N40TA
Make
BELL
Serial Number
2412
Engine Type
Turbo-shaft
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
TOPSIDE AVIATION INC
Address
PO BOX 99
Status
Deregistered
City
BRASSTOWN
State / Zip Code
NC 28902-0099
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that he struck wires at the end of an aerial application spray run which caused the helicopter to shake violently. During the emergency landing, the helicopter landed hard and rolled over on its right side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to its fuselage, main rotor, and tail rotor. The pilot stated that he should have performed a better “recon” for obstacles and wires in the field.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN10CA428