Investigation number
198503507
Occurrence date
Location
Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Is.
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Hard landing
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
Because of obstructions around the intended landing area, the pilot carried out a downwind approach. As the pilot reduced the speed of the helicopter for landing it was caught by a sudden gust of wind. The helicopter sank, struck the ground and bounced before landing on the left skid which entered a depression in the ground resulting in the helicopter rolling over.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Robinson Helicopter Co
Model
R22
Registration
VH-FHK
Operation type
Private
Sector
Helicopter
Departure point
Point Lookout QLD
Departure time
1230
Destination
Point Lookout QLD
Damage
Substantial