Oct 1, 2010
Accident
Substantial Meadview, AZ
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
The pilot's distraction with another departing helicopter while maneuvering in a hover for departure, which resulted in his failure to maintain clearance between the tail rotor and an umbrella.
NTSB WPR10LA481