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August 18, 2025 · Robinson Helicopter R44 II · N877DR
Burlington, WA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 18, 2025
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Burlington, WA
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R44 II (2008)
Tail Number
N877DR
Operator
Cline Air Services
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR25LA262
According to the pilot, prior to departure, while in a 10 ft hover, he maneuvered away from a parked vehicle when the helicopter struck a light pole to the aft and right side of the helicopter. Subsequently, the helicopter descended and impacted the ground, which resulted in substantial damage to the tailboom and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to see and avoid the light pole, which resulted in a collision with the light pole and subsequent ground impact.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, prior to departure, while in a 10 ft hover, he maneuvered away from a parked vehicle when the helicopter struck a light pole to the aft and right side of the helicopter. Subsequently, the helicopter descended and impacted the ground, which resulted in substantial damage to the tailboom and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:08 PDT
Nearest AirportSkagit Rgnl (0nm E)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R44 II
Tail NumberN877DR
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCline Air Services
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-540-AE1A5 · Reciprocating · 205
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 68 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 5000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 55 F
Altimeter30.03 inHg
Observation Time09:55
Weather SourceWFAC