4 fatal · BELL 407 · 2022-12-29 · Galliano, LA, USA
Event
NTSB number
CEN23FA071
Event ID
20221229106511
Type
Accident
Date
2022-12-29
Location
Galliano, LA, USA
Coordinates
28.83167, -89.55783
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
4
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
4
Aircraft
Make
BELL
Model
407
Registration
N595RL
FAR Part
135
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to ensure the helicopter was clear of obstacles before takeoff from the helideck, which resulted in the helicopter’s right landing skid pivoting about a helideck perimeter light during takeoff and a dynamic rollover. Additionally, the pilot’s improper takeoff technique likely contributed to the development of dynamic rollover.