AS355F2 Twin Squirrel, G-SEWP, 28 October 2010

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: Commercial - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 28 October 2010
• Aircraft type: AS355F2 Twin Squirrel
• Location: 31 nm south of Belfast Aldergrove Airport, Northern Ireland
• Registration: G-SEWP

AS355F2 Twin Squirrel, G-SEWP

Summary:

The pilot lost control of the helicopter whilst manoeuvring at low speed to approach a hilltop landing site in quite strong wind conditions. It descended rapidly with increasing forward ground speed, before striking the ground short of the point of intended landing and passing through a substantial stone wall. The helicopter was destroyed but the occupants suffered only minor injuries. The investigation determined that an error of judgement or perception led the pilot to attempt a downwind approach. A combination of human factors was thought to have contributed to the accident.

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Published 10 December 2014