Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
NTSB Number
GAA18CA070
Location
Santa Rosa, AZ
Event ID
20171207X14956
Coordinates
32.233612, -112.183609
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
2007
Model / ICAO
AS 350
Aircraft Type
Rotorcraft
No. of Engines
1
Seats
6
FAA Model
AS 350 B3
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
US DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Address
1300 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW RM 6.4A
City
WASHINGTON
State / Zip Code
DC 20229-0002
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that, while landing off-airport, the helicopter landed slightly harder than normal. The helicopter was flown back to the airport without further incident.
A post-accident examination revealed the helicopter had sustained substantial damage to the tail-boom.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# GAA18CA070