AAIB investigation to Robinson R22 Beta, G-DEFY

Dynamic rollover, Elstree Aerodrome, Hertfordshire, 25 September 2015.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 11 February 2016

• Category: General aviation - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 25 September 2015
• Aircraft type: Robinson R22 Beta
• Location: Elstree Aerodrome, Hertfordshire
• Registration: G-DEFY

Summary:

The helicopter rolled to the right during the student pilot’s first solo takeoff attempt. It suffered extensive damage and the pilot sustained a minor injury.

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Published 11 February 2016