Robinson R22 Beta, G-FIRS, 16 January 2012

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

• Category: General aviation - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 16 January 2012
• Aircraft type: Robinson R22 Beta
• Location: Lake Vyrnwy, Powys
• Registration: G-FIRS

Robinson R22 Beta, G-FIRS

Summary:

In the final stages of an approach to a hotel helipad the pilot was unable to stop a right yaw, and the helicopter completed several rotations with decaying main rotor rpm before impacting the ground. The helicopter suffered severe damage and was largely consumed in a subsequent fire. The two occupants suffered minor injuries.

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Published 10 December 2014