Robinson R22 Beta, G-HRBS, 28 September 2010

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - rotorcraft
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
28 September 2010
Aircraft type:
Robinson R22 Beta
Location:
Goodwood Aerodrome, West Sussex
Registration:
G-HRBS

Robinson R22 Beta, G-HRBS

Summary:

The pilot over-controlled the aircraft on experiencing dynamic rollover during take off. The aircraft became airborne and began rotating, before impacting the ground and sustaining serious damage to the tail. The pilot was unaware of the damage and continued the flight although he subsequently landed without further mishap.

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Bulletin Correction

A correction was published concerning this report in the April 2011 Bulletin.

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Published 10 December 2014