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Civil helicopter wire strike assessment study. Volume 1: Findings and recommendations
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Abstract
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Approximately 208 civil helicopter wire strike accidents for a ten year period 1970 to 1979 are analyzed. It is found that 83% of the wire strikes occurred during bright clear weather. Analysis of the accidents is organized under pilot, environment, and machine factors. Methods to reduce the wire strike accident rate are discussed, including detection/warning devices, identification of wire locations prior to flight, wire cutting devices, and implementation of training programs. The benefits to be gained by implementing accident avoidance methods are estimated to be fully justified by reduction in injury and death and reduction of aircraft damage and loss.
Authors
- Tuomela, C. H. Human Resources Research Organization
- Brennan, M. F. Human Resources Research Organization
Citation: Tuomela, C. H., Brennan, M. F. (2019). Civil helicopter wire strike assessment study. Volume 1: Findings and recommendations. Legacy CDMS. NASA NTRS ID 19800024873. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19800024873 ↗