Accident Details
The pilot of a Bell 206L-4 helicopter was performing a simulated engine failure. After completing the maneuver, the pilot was bringing the helicopter to a hover over a grass area when it impacted the ground from an altitude of approximately 5 feet.
Aircraft Damage
The impact caused the helicopter's tail boom to become wrinkled aft of its attach point, and the tail boom subsequently sagged.
Pilot Information
The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the helicopter. He had accumulated 2,029 hours of total flight experience, including 1,929 hours in rotorcraft, all of which were in the same make and model as the accident helicopter.
Meteorological Information
Winds reported at the airport around the time of the accident were variable at 7 knots.
Probable Cause
No probable cause was stated in the source.