Investigation: AO-2011-124 - Collision with terrain - Robinson R22 helicopter, VH-RTB, 62 km south Maningrida Airport, NT, 29 September 2011

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On 29 September 2011, a Robinson Helicopter, R22 Beta II helicopter (R22), registered VH-RTB, was conducting aerial stock mustering operations about 43 km east-south-east of Maningrida, Northern Territory.

While guiding a herd of buffalo into the yarding area, at about 20 ft above ground level, the helicopter's tail rotor struck a tree. The helicopter landed heavily and sustained serious damage.

This accident not only highlights the challenging nature of aerial stock mustering operations, but also the benefits of utilising resources such as a ground support teams, when operating within the yarding area.

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General details
Date:	29 September 2011	Investigation status:	Completed
Time:	0950 CST
Location (show map):	62 km south Maningrida Airport	Investigation type:	External Investigation
State:	Northern Territory	Occurrence type:	Collision with terrain
Release date:	12 December 2011	Occurrence class:	Operational
Report status:	Final	Occurrence category:	Accident
		Highest injury level:	None

Aircraft details
Aircraft manufacturer:	Robinson Helicopter Co
Aircraft model:	R22
Aircraft registration:	VH-RTB
Serial number:	3990
Type of operation:	Aerial Work
Sector:	Helicopter
Damage to aircraft:	Serious
Departure point:	Maningrida, NT