NONE · Robinson R-44 · 2002-06-07 · GALENA, AK, USA
Event
NTSB number
ANC02LA043
Event ID
20020703X01052
Type
Accident
Date
2002-06-07
Location
GALENA, AK, USA
Coordinates
64.74028, -156.72528
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
3
Total aboard
3
Aircraft
Make
Robinson
Model
R-44
Registration
N7130G
FAR Part
135
Engines
1
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing which precipitated a grass fire. Factors contributing to the accident were the manufacturer's inadequate design of the helicopter's exhaust system, placing it low to the ground, and terrain conditions consisting of dry tussock grass.