AAIB investigation to Robinson R22 Beta, G-MACA

Helicopter rolled uncontrollably in a low hover, private grounds near Haighton, Lancashire, 13 September 2018.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 14 March 2019

• Category: General aviation - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 13 September 2018
• Aircraft type: Robinson R22 Beta
• Location: Gregston House, Haighton, Lancashire
• Registration: G-MACA

Summary:

While in a hover at about 9 ft, the pilot reports that the helicopter was struck by a gust of wind and he was unable to correct the resulting roll before the left landing skid struck the ground.

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Published 14 March 2019