The helicopter sustained substantial damage at 1000 Mountain time when it descended uncontrollably, struck trees and impacted terrain. Visual conditions prevailed. The solo student pilot was maneuvering in a low-lying area surrounded by trees. While making a right turn, the helicopter began to settle. The main rotor struck a tree and the helicopter impacted terrain.
September 29, 2007, Silver City, N.M., Robinson R-22 BETA
The helicopter sustained substantial damage at 1000 Mountain time when it descended uncontrollably, struck trees and impacted terrain. Visual conditions prevailed. The solo student pilot was maneuvering in a low-lying area surrounded by trees. While making a right turn, the helicopter began to settle. The main rotor struck a tree and the helicopter impacted terrain.
Key Takeaways:
- A solo student pilot's helicopter sustained substantial damage after an uncontrolled descent and impact with trees and terrain.
- The incident occurred at 1000 Mountain time while the pilot was maneuvering in a low-lying, tree-surrounded area under visual conditions.
- During a right turn, the helicopter began to settle, leading to the main rotor striking a tree and subsequent impact with the terrain.
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