Helicopter Wake Turbulence

Helicopter Wake Turbulence: Beware of this Invisible Danger!

This 2022 video showing a small plane caught in helicopter wake turbulence while coming in to land has garnered much attention at 1.3 million views.

According to a NTSB report, the pilot survived the crash at the California airport with only minor injuries, but the Cessna had “substantial” damage.

The video brings attention to the danger posed by helicopter wake turbulence to other aircraft.

Risk Awareness and Management Advice

This May 2023 FAA Safety Briefing raises awareness of this usuallty invisible risk and suggests how manage it:

Helicopter Wake Turbulence. Vertically Speaking: safety issues for… | by FAA Safety Briefing | Cleared for Takeoff | May, 2023 | Medium

References

FAA Safety Briefing of May 2023 Helicopter Wake Turbulence.