Final None Jul 24, 2017

N47AH accident at Toterville, IA

Bell 47G 3B — Loss of control in flight at Toterville, IA

DateJul 24, 2017
Tail numberN47AH
AircraftBell 47G 3B · Bell 47 · B47G
LocationToterville, IA
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 137 Aerial application
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseGAA17CA436

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain rotor rpm while maneuvering at low altitude with low airspeed and a tailwind.

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