Incident Overview
A Baltimore Police Department helicopter experienced a loss of engine power during a climb over a high-density residential area. The pilot was supporting ground units and had just completed an assignment when he initiated the climb. At approximately 200 feet above ground level (AGL), the engine lost power.
Emergency Maneuver and Landing
Faced with the power loss, the pilot began an autorotation to descend. During the maneuver, he attempted to avoid obstacles in the densely populated area. However, rotor RPM was lost, and the helicopter made a hard landing in a street intersection.
Post-Incident Inspection
Following the incident, the engine was test run satisfactorily. Investigators were unable to determine the cause of the power loss. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and damage to the helicopter was not specified in the source.
The Baltimore Police Department has not released additional details regarding the aircraft type or registration.