What happened
While flying at 1,000 feet, the pilot reported that the helicopter developed a low power situation and began losing altitude. The pilot, who had previously been a student at the technical school where the landing occurred, attempted a forced landing.
Witnesses observed the aircraft flying at tree top level with a low forward speed. As the aircraft reached an altitude of approximately 3 feet above ground level, witnesses observed a violent 45 degree roll to the right. During this maneuver, the rotor blades struck the ground. The right skid dug into the terrain, causing the helicopter to roll over during the landing process.