Accident Details
A helicopter pilot reported that while conducting an aerial application low pass, the aircraft struck wires shortly after leveling off from a turn. The helicopter subsequently impacted terrain. The pilot provided the account of the sequence of events.
Damage
The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, main rotor system, and tail rotor system. The extent of the damage indicates significant impact forces.
Operator's Report
According to the helicopter operator, there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation. The operator's assessment suggests that the accident was not attributable to any known mechanical issue.