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Robinson R44 crash near Holtville, California, United States

unknown2017-02-13
Summary

The pilot’s initiation of a left turn at a low altitude with low airspeed and a tailwind while operating near maximum gross weight, which resulted in the helicopter losing altitude, touching down on a dirt surface, and a subsequent dynamic rollover.

Incident details
Date
2017-02-13
Location
Holtville, California, United States
Aircraft
Operator
HAMMOND CHARLIE D
Operator type
civil
Fatalities
0
Injuries
0
Probable cause
Weather / IMC
Phase of flight
cruise
Weather
VMC
32.8111, -115.3803
Quick stats
Severityunknown
Fatalities0
Injuries0
SourceNTSB CAROL
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