Incident Overview
A helicopter was engaged in applying herbicide while flying in a northeast direction. The pilot observed a road running east to west ahead of the flight path. As the helicopter approached the road, the pilot sensed that a power line was running adjacent to it. In response, the pilot immediately executed a hard cyclic turn to the right.
Sequence of Events
Following the evasive maneuver, the helicopter settled with a slight nose-low attitude into heavy brush. Upon contacting the ground, the helicopter rolled over. The main rotor blades struck the ground during the rollover, and the helicopter came to rest on its left side.
Aircraft and Operational Details
The specific type of helicopter, registration, operator, and location of the incident were not disclosed in the source material. The operation involved aerial herbicide application, and the pilot's action was prompted by the perception of a power line near the road.