During lift off, the helicopter’s tail struck the ground and the helicopter rolled onto its side. The helicopter was substantially damaged.

Date:

3 January, 2013

Reg:

VH-RYO

Make:

Robinson

Model:

R44

MSN:

1910

Location:

Moorabbin Airport

Country:

Australia

Civil / Military:

Civil

Link:

http://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2013/aair/ao-2013-005.aspx