Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CHI08CA177

Ottawa, IL, USA

Aircraft #1

N31138

Robinson R44 II

Analysis

The helicopter impacted unmarked power transmission lines as the pilot maneuvered at a low altitude over a river. The helicopter impacted the river and separated into several pieces. The pilot and his passengers were not injured and were rescued by nearby boaters.

Factual Information

The helicopter impacted unmarked power transmission lines as the pilot maneuvered at low altitude over a river. The helicopter impacted the river and separated into several pieces. The pilot and his passengers were not injured and were rescued by nearby boaters.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission lines. Contributing to the accident was the unmarked power transmission lines.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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