Investigation number
199502976
Occurrence date
State
Queensland
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
The pilot reported that the helicopter was being flown at 30 kt, 70 to 100 ft AGL, when the engine suddenly stopped. The helicopter struck trees and landed heavily during the subsequent emergency landing. Inspection of the engine by an engineer found no signs of an engine failure.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Robinson Helicopter Co
Model
R22 Alpha
Registration
VH-SRP
Sector
Helicopter
Departure point
Allandale QLD
Destination
Allandale QLD
Damage
Substantial