Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's inadvertent loss of tail rotor effectiveness. Factors were the high density altitude flight conditions, the unfavorable wind condition, and the none suitable terrain for an autorotation.
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NTSB investigation record
FTW98LA405
CompletedBell Uh-1L· N5107J
- Date
- September 19, 1998
- Location
- Price, UT
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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