Approach and Collision
The aircraft was approaching the field designated for survey operations when it collided with a wire at an altitude of approximately 30 feet above ground level (AGL). According to the pilot, the aircraft was hovering at low altitude during the actual survey. The pilot reported seeing the wire ahead when the airspeed was about 20 knots.
Pilot Actions and Impact
Upon impact with the wire, the pilot lowered the collective. Subsequently, during severe oscillations, the pilot initiated a flare and secured the engine. The aircraft then made a hard landing.
Landing and Rollover
The hard landing caused the skids to collapse, and the aircraft rolled over. No further details about the aircraft, its occupants, or the specific location were provided in the source.