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AAIB investigation to Enstrom 280FX, G-OJBB

Air Accidents Investigation Branch

January 5
09:59 2023

Summary:

The helicopter suffered a loss of thrust from the tail rotor while hovering close to the ground near a mountain top, resulting in a loss of control and hard landing. Subsequent examination of the tail rotor gearbox revealed damage to the bevel gears and failure of a bearing, which was consistent with a lack of lubrication. The investigation found inconsistencies in the way maintenance was performed on the tail rotor gearbox, compared to the helicopter manufacturers maintenance instructions. It is likely that insufficient oil was added to the tail rotor gearbox when it was serviced 25 flying hours prior to the accident.

Three Safety Recommendations are made relating to information in the helicopter Maintenance Manual regarding the required oil quantity and maintenance servicing interval for the tail rotor gearbox.

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Enstrom 28FX, G-OJBB 02-23

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Published 5 January 2023

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