Aviation safety investigations & reports
Robinson R22A, VH-FHK, Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Is. QLD, 7 April 1985
Investigation number:
198503507
198503507
Status: Completed
Summary
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.
General details
| Date: | 07 April 1985 | Investigation status: | Completed | ||
| Time: | 1240 | ||||
| Location: | Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Is. | ||||
| State: | Queensland | Occurrence type: | Hard landing | ||
| Release date: | 29 July 1985 | Occurrence category: | Accident | ||
| Report status: | Final | Highest injury level: | None |
Aircraft details
| Aircraft manufacturer | Robinson Helicopter Co | |
|---|---|---|
| Aircraft model | R22 | |
| Aircraft registration | VH-FHK | |
| Type of operation | Private | |
| Sector | Helicopter | |
| Damage to aircraft | Substantial | |
| Departure point | Point Lookout QLD | |
| Departure time | 1230 | |
| Destination | Point Lookout QLD |