Investigation number
199000086
Occurrence date
Location
60km W of Moola Bulla Station
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
There was a strong easterly wind blowing when the pilot landed. After landing he left the main rotor drive engaged and did not secure the collective control with the latch that was provided for that purpose. A sudden gust of wind caused the collective pitch, on the main rotor blades, to increase and the aircraft lifted off. The pilot regained control of the helicopter, but he was unable to avoid colliding with a tree.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Robinson Helicopter Co
Model
R22
Registration
VH-LDE
Serial number
1283
Operation type
Private
Sector
Helicopter
Departure point
Moola Bulla Station WA
Departure time
Not Known
Destination
Moola Bulla Station WA
Damage
Substantial