Primary finding
Probable cause
Pilot's unfamiliarity with reciprocating engine powered helicopter lead to a reduction in main rotor rpm and subsequent uncontrolled rate of descent with insufficient altitude to recover.
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NTSB investigation record
IAD98LA014
CompletedJones Mini500· N8015E
- Date
- November 27, 1997
- Location
- Bluefield, WV
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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