Summary
As the aircraft neared the water it was levelled and full collective pitch was
applied to cushion the touchdown. The aircraft struck the water at a forward speed estimated to be 20 knots,
the nose pitched down into the 6 feet deep water and the aircraft overturned. After leaving the aircraft both
pilots noticed that the wind was now easterly at about 5 knots.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197002601 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 06/12/1970 |
| Location | Lake Wellington |
| Report release date | 16/06/1971 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Model | S-62 |
| Registration | VH-ANE |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Business |
| Departure point | Longford |
| Destination | Lake Wellington |
| Damage | Substantial |