AAIB investigation to Robinson R22 Beta, G-BYCF

Dynamic rollover, Elstree Aerodrome, Hertfordshire, 29 March 2014.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: General aviation - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 29 March 2014
• Aircraft type: Robinson R22 Beta
• Location: Elstree Aerodrome, Hertfordshire
• Registration: G-BYCF

Summary:

The student pilot was attempting a solo lift from a grass surface. Whilst applying left cyclic input to correct a right side low condition, the helicopter rolled rapidly to the left in what was reported as a dynamic rollover incident.

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Robinson R22 Beta G-BYCF 07-14.pdf (133.22 kb)

Published 10 December 2014