Accident reports

Robinson R22 Beta, G-NWDC

Following a satisfactory dual circuit, and after checking that the student pilot was happy to continue with a solo exercise, the instructor got out of the helicopter. The student then performed two takeoffs and landings on the spot, before taxiing to a practice area on the other side of the runway. Whilst turning into wind, the left skid unexpectedly touched the ground, destabilising the helicopter. The student was unable to maintain control and...