NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to FAA Regarding Helicopter Autorotation Procedures

The National Transportation Safety Board, identified by reference number CEN11FA599, has issued safety recommendation A-13-010 to the Federal Aviation Administration. This directive urges the agency to educate helicopter pilots regarding aircraft equipped with low inertia rotor systems. The recommendation specifically highlights the need to share information concerning the circumstances of a recent accident. It emphasizes the critical findings derived from simulator flight evaluations. Pilots are advised to understand the importance of simultaneously applying aft cyclic and down collective controls. These actions are necessary to achieve a successful autorotation entry when operating at cruise airspeeds. The board aims to improve safety outcomes by ensuring pilots are aware of these specific operational procedures.