Summary
The aircraft was engaged in a powerline inspection. The crew had identified a downed powerline. During an approach to land, to carry out a closer inspection, the helicopter collided with a second powerline that was still in place. It crashed in a near vertical attitude.
Wreckage inspection indicated that one main rotor blade had made solid contact with the powerline.
The pilot indicated, before his injuries took full affect, that he had forgotten about the second line. He has been unable to provide any further information.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199500226 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 01/02/1995 |
| Location | Dagworth Station (70 km north-east of Georgetown) |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 17/04/1996 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Collision with terrain |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Serious |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Robinson Helicopter Co |
|---|---|
| Model | R22 Alpha |
| Registration | VH-HBL |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Dagworth Station QLD |
| Destination | Dagworth Station QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |