Helicopter fatality near Mitchell SW QLD 28/5/15

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From the ABC News - http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-05-28/pilot-dies-in-helicopter-crash-near-mitchell-in-south-west-qld/6505230?section=qld

 

Pilot dies in helicopter crash at remote Queensland property near Mitchell

 

A man has been killed in a helicopter crash about 80 kilometres north of Mitchell, in south-west Queensland, authorities say.

 

A Queensland Ambulance Service spokesman said the chopper went down about 5:30pm (AEST) on Thursday on a remote property, killing the pilot, who was the sole occupant.

 

It is not yet known what caused the crash.

 

 

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RIP, Sympathy to Family & Friends

 

R W

 

http://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2015/aair/ao-2015-055.aspx

 

The ATSB is investigating a fatal accident involving a Robinson Helicopter Company R22 that occurred near Kilmorey Falls, Queensland on 28 May 2014. It has been reported that the helicopter's tail rotor clipped a tree resulting in a loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain.

 

The pilot was fatally injured.

 

Three ATSB investigators, with specialisations in aircraft engineering, have been deployed to the accident site.

 

While at the site, the investigators will:

 

• examine the wreckage and accident site
   
   
  
• examine aircraft documentation
   
   
  
• interview witnesses.
   
   
  

 

 

Witnesses are asked to call the ATSB on 1800 020 616.

 

The investigation is continuing.