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Hughes 369HS G-DADS Accident at Gloucestershire Airport

Gloucestershire Staverton Airport, GB

On June 28, 2002, a HUGHES 369HS (registration G-DADS) was involved in an aviation accident near Gloucestershire Staverton Airport, GB. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was the result of a combination of factors that resulted in the helicopter developing a high rate of yaw which was beyond the pilot's experience to control. This summary draws on records from the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB).

Sourcesthe UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB)Primary reportUpdated 2026-10-18Data APIEditorial standards

A Hughes 369HS helicopter, G-DADS, crashed at Gloucestershire Airport on 28 June 2002 after an uncontrolled right yaw during a hover. Both occupants sustained minor injuries.

Incident Overview and Aircraft Details On 28 June 2002 at 1301 UTC, a Hughes 369HS helicopter, registration G-DADS, was involved in an accident at Gloucestershire Airport, Staverton. The aircraft, manufactured in 1972, was powered by a single Allison 250-C20 turboshaft engine. It was on a private flight with one crew member and one passenger on board. The pilot held a Private Pilot Licence (Helicopters) and had 156 total hours of experience, including 25 hours on type. Both occupants sustained minor injuries, and the helicopter sustained extensive damage. The incident was investigated by the AAIB Field Investigation team and documented in AAIB Bulletin No: 11/2002 (Ref: EW/C2002/06/08).

Probable cause

The accident was the result of a combination of factors that resulted in the helicopter developing a high rate of yaw which was beyond the pilot's experience to control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jun 2002 HUGHES 369HS accident near Gloucestershire Staverton Airport, GB?

A Hughes 369HS helicopter, G-DADS, crashed at Gloucestershire Airport on 28 June 2002 after an uncontrolled right yaw during a hover. Both occupants sustained minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jun 2002 HUGHES 369HS accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jun 2002 involved a HUGHES 369HS, registration G-DADS, at Gloucestershire Staverton Airport, GB.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was the result of a combination of factors that resulted in the helicopter developing a high rate of yaw which was beyond the pilot's experience to control.

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