Incident Overview
A United States Coast Guard (USCG) helicopter landed on Runway 4 moments before an accident involving another aircraft. The helicopter had cleared the runway prior to the event. Communications between the helicopter and the aircraft occurred over the UNICOM frequency.
Sequence of Events
According to the report, the helicopter pilot advised the aircraft of his intention to land. The aircraft pilot responded that he had the helicopter in sight and would follow it in. The helicopter pilot then offered to 'side step' and allow the aircraft to land first, but the offer was declined.
The aircraft pilot later stated that he observed the helicopter over the runway approximately half a mile ahead. He considered executing a go-around but decided against it because he was in 'smooth air'. During the flare, the pilot reported losing control of the aircraft.
The investigation did not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, or number of occupants. No injuries or damage were documented in the source. The weather was described only as 'smooth air' by the pilot. No air traffic control involvement was noted beyond UNICOM communications.
No probable cause was assigned in the source material.