Robinson R44 Astro, G-ROZI, 16 June 2006

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - rotorcraft
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
16 June 2006
Aircraft type:
Robinson R44 Astro
Location:
York Racecourse
Registration:
G-ROZI

Robinson R44 Astro, G-ROZI

Summary:

On final approach to a landing site when close to maximum weight and with a light surface wind and high ambient temperature, the pilot was aware of the ‘LOW RPM’ warning activating and the aircraft sinking. He attempted to increase power but the helicopter touched down heavily. Once on the ground, the rpm recovered and the helicopter lifted off again; it turned through approximately 90? before the pilot regained control and landed again.

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Published 10 December 2014