Aero Med Spectrum Health - Injury accident

Date: 5/29/08 11:02am EDT

Program: Aero Med Spectrum Health
	100 Michigan NE
	Grand Rapids, MI  49503

Type: S-76A
Tail #: 176SH
Operator/Vendor: Own Part 135

Weather: Clear. Not a factor

Team: Pilot and FAA check airman. Injuries. No patient. 

Description: 
	During a FAA 135 check ride, pilot was performing touch and go at a
	roof top hospital helipad.  After lift off, aircraft impacted the
	helipad and there was a post crash fire.  Both occupants survived and
	are currently being treated for injuries sustained on impact.
	
	Additional information is pending at this time.
	
	Additional Information:  The accident is under investigation. 
	Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital will begin resuming normal
	operations later today.  No persons in the hospital were injured.
	

Source: Ralph Rogers MD, Program Director

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