Airlift Northwest - Non-injury incident

Date: 7/21/07  

Program: Airlift Northwest
	Seattle, Washington

Type: Agusta A109 Mark II
Operator/Vendor: CJ Systems

Weather: Not a factor

Team: Pilot. No injuries reported. No patient. 

Description: 
	While returning to base at a hospital helipad in Bellingham,
	Washington the pilot attempted to land with the wheels still
	retracted in the aircraft.  After initial contact, the pilot pulled
	up from the pad, lowered the wheels, and landed without further
	incident.

Additional Info: 
	The pilot was alone in the aircraft.  Antenna, light and aircraft
	receieved damage and are currently being repaired.  No injuries.
	NOTE:  Initial investigation indicates probable failure of radar
	altimeter, among other factors.

Source: Stephen Lewis, Chief Executive Officer

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