Incident Overview
A helicopter pilot was conducting a swath run that required flying under electric wires adjacent to a blacktop county road. While exiting the field and passing beneath the wires, the pilot realized he was on a collision course with a car. He initiated a climb to avoid the car and subsequently struck the wires.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that he had observed the car before crossing under the wires. He believed the driver of the car had slowed down to permit the helicopter to proceed.
Sequence of Events
The flight was part of an agricultural operation. The maneuver involved flying under low-hanging wires near the road. As the helicopter approached the crossing point, the pilot perceived that the car was not clearing the path as expected. In an effort to prevent a collision with the vehicle, the pilot pulled up, causing the helicopter to contact the wires.
Outcome
The helicopter struck the wires, but no further details on damage or injuries were provided in the source.