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January 8, 2026 · Sled Thomas Helicycle · N3722T
Mobile, AL
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 8, 2026
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Mobile, AL
Aircraft
Sled Thomas Helicycle (2003)
Tail Number
N3722T
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA26LA094
The pilot reported that during the approach to land at an off-airport location, the helicopter entered an uncommanded right rotation. He attributed the loss of control to unfavorable winds and described the event as consistent with a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. He was unable to regain control, and the helicopter continued to descend in a spiraling right spin before it impacted the ground and rolled over. As a result, the helicopter sustained substantial damage to the 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 maintain yaw control during a crosswind approach, which resulted in a loss of tail rotor effectiveness, an uncommanded spin, hard landing, and subsequent rollover.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the approach to land at an off-airport location, the helicopter entered an uncommanded right rotation. He attributed the loss of control to unfavorable winds and described the event as consistent with a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. He was unable to regain control, and the helicopter continued to descend in a spiraling right spin before it impacted the ground and rolled over. As a result, the helicopter sustained substantial damage to the 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 Time14:30 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSled Thomas Helicycle
Tail NumberN3722T
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsSolar · T62-T-32 · Turboshaft · 150
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 73 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind160° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter29.99 inHg
Observation Time14:53
Weather SourceWFAC