No fatalities

3 Nov 2012: FAIRCHILD HELI-PORTER PILATUS PC6/B1A-H2 — Peter Morris Burgdorfer — Georgetown, OH

Georgetown, OH, United States

On 3 Nov 2012, a FAIRCHILD HELI-PORTER PILATUS PC6/B1A-H2 operated by Peter Morris Burgdorfer was involved in an aviation accident near Georgetown, OH. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A commercial pilot executed a go-around after a bounced landing. Torque from the turbo-prop engine caused a right turn that could not be arrested, resulting in collision with trees and substantial damage.

Accident

The pilot, a commercial-rated aviator, initiated a go-around following a bounced landing. During the go-around, full power was applied. The torque generated by the turbo-prop engine induced a rightward turning moment. The pilot stated that he was unable to arrest the turn. The aircraft subsequently collided with trees.

Damage

The impact with trees caused substantial damage to multiple components of the aircraft, including the right wing, fuselage, vertical stabilizer, both horizontal stabilizers, and the rudder.

Findings

The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane or engine.

Contributing factors

PilotIncorrect use/operation