Helicopter Collision with Wind Generator Tower During Cherry Drying Operation

Incident Overview and Pilot Report During a cherry drying operation, the pilot reported that the helicopter's main rotor blades inadvertently struck a wind generator tower. The collision caused the aircraft to become uncontrollable, leading to a hard impact with the ground. The helicopter ultimately came to rest in an orchard. The pilot stated that there were no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures involving the airframe or engine that would have prevented normal operation. ## Damage Assessment The accident resulted in substantial damage to both the main rotor blades and the airframe. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact location beyond the orchard setting.