Summary
HELICOPTER OPS IN "DEAD MAN'S CURVE".MAIN DRIVE SHAFT FLD.TRANSITION TO AUTOROTATIONAL FLT NOT POSSIBLE.STRUCK GRND/TREE.SHAFT FLD DUE FATIGUE INITIATED BY EXCESSIVE WEAR IN FWD SHAFT COUPLING.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197800058 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 26/10/1978 |
| State | Queensland |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Serious |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Bell Helicopter Co |
|---|---|
| Model | 206B |
| Registration | VH-FJT |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Departure point | MOUNT ISA QLD |
| Destination | MOUNT ISA QLD |
| Damage | Destroyed |