Summary
Circumstances:
The pilot reported that he was approaching to land in a clear area when the right skid struck an ant bed. The aircraft rolled and impacted the ground on its right side. The ant bed was partially hidden by long grass.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199003054 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 27/03/1990 |
| Location | Van Rook (110 km north-east of Normanton) |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 15/05/1990 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Robinson Helicopter Co |
|---|---|
| Model | R22-Beta |
| Registration | VH-HEE |
| Serial number | 570 |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Van Rook QLD |
| Destination | Van Rook QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |