Summary
The helicopter was involved in cattle mustering operations. It was being flown at about 50 to 100 feet agl when a sudden yaw to the right developed. Attempts by the pilot to regain control of the aircraft were unsuccesful and it landed heavily while still rotating to the right. Both the occupants were thrown clear of the aircraft which caught fire immediately. The extensive fire damage to the aircraft inhibited the inspection of the wreckage. As a result, no reason for the apparent loss of control could be determined.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197800035 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 22/07/1978 |
| Location | 42km NE of Normanton |
| Report release date | 12/12/1985 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Serious |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Model | 269 |
| Registration | VH-THW |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Delta Downs QLD |
| Destination | Delta Downs QLD |
| Damage | Destroyed |