Flight Details
On August 21, 2015, a Robinson R-66 helicopter, registration RA-06354, operated a general aviation flight from Arkhangelskoye (10 km northeast of Tula) to Bunkovo in Istrinsky District, Moscow Region. The pilot-in-command conducted the pre-flight preparation alone and did not undergo a pre-flight medical examination. The forecast and actual weather along the route were suitable for visual flight rules (VFR) and did not hinder the flight. The decision to depart was considered justified.
Sequence of Events
At 10:17, the pilot established contact with the Kaluga-Rayon controller and reported takeoff from the landing site, with the intended route Tula to Bunkovo. According to data from the COSPAS-SARSAT system, provided by FSUE Morsvyazsputnik, activation of the aircraft's emergency locator transmitter (ARM-406) was recorded at 11:12.
Damage and Injuries
The helicopter collided with the ground, resulting in substantial damage to the aircraft. The pilot did not suffer any injuries.
Investigation
The commission interviewed the pilot and reviewed data from the COSPAS-SARSAT system. The investigation did not identify a probable cause for the accident.