Summary
On September 21, 2010, a Hiller UH-12E (N6053H) was involved in an accident near Mecca, CA. 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 maintain clearance from an obstacle while maneuvering.
While maneuvering during an agricultural application flight, the pilot flew too close to a telephone pole. The helicopter's main rotor blade impacted the pole about 10 feet above the ground. Thereafter, the pilot lost control of the helicopter and crashed into the field. The pilot reported that prior to the collision, no mechanical malfunctions were experienced with the helicopter.
This accident is documented in NTSB report WPR10CA466. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N6053H.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle while maneuvering.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Historical)
Analysis
While maneuvering during an agricultural application flight, the pilot flew too close to a telephone pole. The helicopter's main rotor blade impacted the pole about 10 feet above the ground. Thereafter, the pilot lost control of the helicopter and crashed into the field. The pilot reported that prior to the collision, no mechanical malfunctions were experienced with the helicopter.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR10CA466