Emergency landing due to mechanical issue.  Upon inspection by the mechanic, a clogged left hydraulic filter was found which had made the collective feel stiff. After replacement, the aircraft was returned to service.

Date:

10 December, 2011

Reg:

N164CF

Make:

Eurocopter

Model:

AS365

MSN:

6442

Location:

Dayton

Country:

US-Ohio

Civil / Military:

Civil

Operator:

Air-Methods

Link:

http://www.concern-network.org/concern-archive/2012/msg00007.html