ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 214076
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| Date: | Friday 29 June 2018 |
| Time: | 09:45 |
| Type: |  Robinson R44 |
| Owner/operator: | Double-D Logging, Ltd. |
| Registration: | C-FWFZ |
| MSN: | 0166 |
| Year of manufacture: | 1995 |
| Engine model: | Avco Lycoming O-540-F1B5 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | 39 nm North West of Prince George, BC (CYXS) -
 Canada
|
| Phase: | Landing |
| Nature: | External load operation |
| Departure airport: | |
| Confidence Rating: |  Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities |
C-FWFZ, a privately operated Robinson R44 helicopter, was landing on a logging road approximately 39 nm North West of Prince George, BC (CYXS). Just prior to touchdown, a gust of wind pushed the helicopter sideways and the left skid contacted the ground, causing the helicopter to roll over. The helicopter sustained substantial damage, however the pilot suffered only minor injuries.
Sources:
TSB
Canadian Aircraft Registry
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 05-Aug-2018 08:12 | harro | Added |
| 15-Aug-2018 18:24 | Terry Smith | Updated [Cn, Operator, Source] |
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