30 Sep 2024: MCDONNELL DOUGLAS HELICOPTER 369E — CITY OF HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT — Manvel, TX
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper recovery from a practice autorotation which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the instructor’s inadequate supervision of the pilot receiving instruction.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
Student/instructed pilotIncorrect use/operationInstructor/check pilot