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| Date: | Thursday 11 January 2024 |
| Time: | 11:30 |
| Type: |  Robinson R22 Beta |
| Owner/operator: | |
| Registration: | |
| MSN: | |
| Engine model: | Lycoming O-360-J2A |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: |
| Other fatalities: | 0 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | 179.3 km 82 degrees from Halls Creek Aerodrome, NT -
 Australia
|
| Phase: | Take off |
| Nature: | Survey |
| Departure airport: | |
| Investigating agency: | ATSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities |
While re-positioning the helicopter to the fuel bowser, the pilot received a low rotor RPM warning. The pilot attempted recovery action however lost control, resulting in a collision with a wire fence. The helicopter sustained substantial damage.
Sources:
ATSB
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 29-Jan-2024 11:24 | harro | Added |
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