Summary
On November 13, 2020, at 21:20 UTC, a Robinson 22 Beta helicopter (registration LV-YFB) was involved in an accident in the rural area of Los Bretes, Santo Tome, Corrientes, Argentina. The aircraft was conducting a general aviation training flight and had performed a practice landing near the runway. During the subsequent takeoff from that area, it struck an overhead rural power line, causing a loss of control and a collision with terrain. The pilot, the sole occupant, was uninjured.
Aircraft Information
The helicopter was a Robinson Model 22 Beta, serial number not specified. Its maximum takeoff weight was 2,250 kg (though the source lists "0-2250 kg" with PMD, likely indicating maximum takeoff weight). The owner and operator were listed as private, with no other operator details provided. The aircraft sustained significant damage (classified as "De Importancia").
Flight Details
The flight was categorized as general aviation training. It originated from a private airstrip in Santo Tome and was destined for the same location, with a total flight duration of 30 minutes. The flight number was 2. The phase of flight at the time of the accident was takeoff.
Accident Sequence
According to the report, during the training flight, the pilot executed a practice landing in an area close to the runway. Following that landing, a takeoff was initiated. During this takeoff, the helicopter struck a rural power line. The impact resulted in a loss of control, and the helicopter subsequently impacted the ground.
Injuries and Damage
The pilot, the only person on board, sustained no injuries (listed as "ileso"). There were no passengers or other injuries. The helicopter suffered significant damage ("Daños De Importancia").
Location and Environment
The accident occurred in a rural zone of Los Bretes, Santo Tome, Corrientes, Argentina. The geographic coordinates given are 28° 32' S, 56° 52' W, with an elevation of 219 feet. The meteorological conditions were reported as VMC (Visual Meteorological Conditions). No other weather details were provided.
Registration
The aircraft registration is LV-YFB.