| Date: | Monday 15 September 2003 |
| Time: | 15:43 |
| Type: | Robinson R44 |
| Owner/operator: | |
| Registration: | C-FAEH |
| MSN: | 1193
|
| Year of manufacture: | 2002 |
| Engine model: | Lycoming O-540-F1B5 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: |
| Other fatalities: | 0 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | 100 NM NNE of FORT ST. JOHN BC (CYXJ) -
Canada
|
| Phase: | Take off |
| Nature: | Unknown |
| Departure airport: | |
| Destination airport: | |
| Investigating agency: | TSB |
| Confidence Rating: | Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities |
Narrative:The pilot of the Airborne Energy Solutions Robinson R44 helicopter, C-FEAH, had started the engine in preparation for departing a wellsite, and was completing the Operator's Log while waiting for the engine to warm up. During departure, the pilot forgot that there was a longline attached, which was attached to a basket of data tapes. The helicopter was substantially damaged in the ensuing crash, and the pilot sustained minor injuries.
Sources:
CADORS 2003P1277
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