Incident Overview
Two helicopters, registered as N159L and N156L, were involved in a collision following a mail delivery operation conducted as a flight of two. The accident occurred after both aircraft had completed their deliveries.
Sequence of Events
N159L had landed, and its pilot left the engine running to allow the engine operating temperature to stabilize. Meanwhile, N156L approached in a ground hover and subsequently collided with N159L.
Injuries and Pilot Statement
Both pilots received minor injuries as a result of the collision. The pilot of N156L stated that a gust of wind blew him into N159L.
Weather Conditions
The reported winds at the time of the accident were from 140 degrees at 6 knots, with no gusts reported.