Primary finding
Probable cause
the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation and not maintaining control of the helicopter during its rearward flight. A factor was the pilot's over-confidence in his personal ability.
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NTSB investigation record
CHI97FA025
CompletedEnstrom F28F· N86214
- Date
- November 11, 1996
- Location
- Gutherie, IL
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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