Originally Posted by
AlwaysAway2
Harry. Speculation is important.
We are speculating about whether our game next week will go ahead.
The tail rotor was working. I think the main rotors hit the tail. That’s why the engine stopped. I think the angle of take off is critical. I find this an odd accident. Especially for such an experienced pilot.
More that one helicopter has chopped its tail off or damaged its tail rotor.