Jul 24, 1996
Accident
Destroyed WARREN, ID
Injuries1 fatal, 2 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
the pilot's improper remedial action after helicopter's right skid became snagged by a log that was used in the construction of a temporary landing site. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, inadequate construction of the landing site by ground personnel, and the ground personnel's lack of training regarding the construction of a temporary landing zone.
NTSB SEA96LA165