Eurocopter AS 350
Published
During the flight, the pilot detected an abnormal vibration and conducted a precautionary landing. While landing, the main rotor struck a tree resulting in a loss of control and the tail boom collided with terrain. The aircraft sustained minor damage.
| Date | Friday 21 August 2026 |
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| Time | 12:00pm |
| Aircraft | Eurocopter AS 350 |
| Flight | Private |
| Phase of flight | En route |
| Location | Near Northern Peninsula, QLD |
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| Damage | Minor |
| Fatalities | 0 |
| Investigation | ATSB |
| Published | 21 August 2026 |
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