Robinson R66 Helicopter down in North Carolina

[jallen0]

Single pilot fatality. They were spraying corn and hit a power line. Apparently the helicopter had only been registered with the company for 3 days.

https://www.wral.com/pilot-killed-when-helicopter-crashes-in-wayne-county-field/19151000/

 

[Kenny Phillips]

I note that the last change in the pilot's ticket was about four years ago, and an aerial of his farm shows a couple of Robinsons in front of a hangar, about three years ago. So he was likely experienced, just not aware of that line.
Edit: it appears that he was about 180 nm from home base, so likely not so familiar with the area.

 

[viper-3]

So sad, Condolence to the family.

 

[GeorgeC]

local guy
https://wtop.com/virginia/2020/06/culpeper-man-killed-in-north-carolina-helicopter-crash/

 

[frfly172]

RIP

 

[evapilotaz]

I just can’t imagine what goes through a pilots head when something like that happens just before impact. It gives me chills