R66 flight into turbulence leads to mast bump

** This video has been released under section 25 of the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003 ** We're reminding all pilots who fly teetering head helicopters to be aware of the risk of encountering a low-G condition in turbulence, and where possible avoid turbulent conditions, particularly the downwind side of terrain or obstacles. This important reminder comes with the release of the final report into the loss of control and in-flight break up of a Robinson R66, which occurred near Hawks Nest, north of Newcastle, in October 2023. Final report: https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/... Chapters 0:00 Viewer warning 0:07 Introduction 0:36 The occurrence 1:20 On-board camera 1:49 Pre-accident footage 2:12 Accident analysis 2:58 Mast bump animation 3:37 STSI Chris Jonach 4:11 Symmetrical horizontal stabiliser 4:34 STSI Chris Jonach