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NTSB investigation record

LAX92LA229

Completed

Robinson R-22B· N2301C

Date
June 2, 1992
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

The pilot's encounter with a sudden and strong tail wind component during a critical phase of flight which was beyond the capability of the helicopter. A factor in the accident was the confined nature of the helipad with high obstacles and power lines.

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