Summary
Circumstances:
The pilot reported that he had flown into the landing area earlier in the day and had noted the position of a power line. On the accident flight, he approached to land from a different direction and encountered another wire which he had not been aware of. He lost control of the helicopter when a main rotor blade contacted the wire.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199003071 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 24/05/1990 |
| Location | Richmond |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 30/05/1990 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Wirestrike |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Minor |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Model | 269 |
| Registration | VH-MQI |
| Serial number | 580858 |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Richmond QLD |
| Destination | Richmond QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |