Summary
The aircraft was engaged in mustering operations and was returning to refuel before continuing the task. At about 30 feet, with about 10 knots forward speed, the engine hesitated once and then stopped. The pilot had insufficient time to enter autorotation or significantly cushion the descent before the aircraft landed heavily.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199302833 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 09/09/1993 |
| Location | Yandeearra Station |
| State | Western Australia |
| Report release date | 29/03/1994 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Engine failure or malfunction, Forced/precautionary landing, Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Minor |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Model | 269B |
| Registration | VH-XBN |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Yandeearra Station WA |
| Destination | Yandeearra Station WA |
| Damage | Substantial |