Robinson R44 Raven II, G-PROG, 2 May 2006

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

• Category: General aviation - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Pre-1997 uncategorised monthly report
• Date of occurrence: 2 May 2006
• Aircraft type: Robinson R44 Raven II
• Location: Yeoland Conyers, Carnforth, Lancashire
• Registration: G-PROG

Robinson R44 Raven II, G-PROG

Summary:

The student pilot was carrying out the start-up and shut-down procedure in his recently purchased helicopter at private premises. While the engine was warming up with the rotor speed at 60%, the helicopter yawed to the left. The pilot reported that he corrected with right tail rotor pedal and the helicopter rolled on to its right side. He was uninjured and there was no fire.

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Published 10 December 2014