Accident Details
Date
Thursday, July 31, 2014
NTSB Number
CEN14CA403
Location
Allen, NE
Event ID
20140804X11431
Coordinates
42.415832, -96.841392
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot did not ensure sufficient obstacle clearance for potential wind conditions, which resulted in his loss of control of the helicopter.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N7194H
Make
ROBINSON HELICOPTER
Serial Number
0941
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SHENANDOAH AGRICULTRUAL SPRAY SERVICE INC
Address
62 HOUFF RD
Status
Deregistered
City
WEYERS CAVE
State / Zip Code
VA 24486-2315
Country
United States
Analysis
The helicopter pilot was conducting an agricultural spray operation to a sloped field with several hills and valleys. As he approached a set of midfield power lines on about his fortieth pass, the pilot encountered stronger winds with significant turbulence and lost control of the helicopter. The helicopter struck a guy-wire for the midfield power lines and subsequently impacted the ground nose first.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN14CA403