Primary finding
Probable cause
Pilot's encounter with a strong downdraft while cruising at an inadequate altitude. A contributing factor was the high altitude which limited available engine power for recovery.
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NTSB investigation record
LAX90LA157
CompletedRobinson R22· N8560M
- Date
- April 29, 1990
- Location
- Mammoth Lakes, CA
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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