AAIB investigation to Robinson R22 Beta, G-MACA

Helicopter rolled uncontrollably in a low hover, private grounds near Haighton, Lancashire, 13 September 2018.

Summary:

While in a hover at about 9 ft, the pilot reports that the helicopter was struck by a gust of wind and he was unable to correct the resulting roll before the left landing skid struck the ground.

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Robinson R22 Beta, G-MACA 03-19

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Published 14 March 2019