Primary finding
Probable cause
Failure of the pilot to see-and-avoid the obstruction (inadequate visual lookout). Factors related to the accident were: the obstruction (static wires), and the lack of visual cues for the pilot to detect the wires.
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NTSB investigation record
BFO89FA033
CompletedBell Uh-1B· N508SC
- Date
- May 22, 1989
- Location
- Oldtown, MD
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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