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Old 26th Jun 2014, 08:24
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Bell 206L down Australia

MI Helicopters had a mishap around the Taroom area a few days ago.
Hope it wasn't Capt Hollywood, i think he flies for these guys.

From the ATSB site.
While conducting sling load operations, the load at the end of the long line became tangled. The pilot attempted to land the helicopter, however when at about 10 ft above ground level, the line pulled tight. The pilot was unable to release the line, and the helicopter collided with terrain, resulting in substantial damage. The pilot received minor injuries.

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Old 26th Jun 2014, 09:08
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How unfortunate, MI is a good operator.
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Old 26th Jun 2014, 09:57
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ATSB link here:

Aircraft details
Aircraft manufacturer: Bell Helicopter Co
Aircraft model: 206L-3
Aircraft registration: VH-NKW
Serial number: 51463
Type of operation: Aerial Work
Sector: Helicopter
Damage to aircraft: Substantial
Departure point: Scotia 3D Seismic Camp, Qld
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I think Capt. Hollywood was based at Roma, but I am sending him a message to check in and make sure he's ok.
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Confirmed it was not Capt. Hollywood. He is fine
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