Primary finding
Probable cause
The CFI's failure to recognize and correct for a vortex ring state, and his improper use of the flight controls, which resulted in the loss of control and uncontrolled descent.
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NTSB investigation record
LAX97LA260
CompletedRobinson R22Beta· N4008D
- Date
- July 25, 1997
- Location
- Chandler, AZ
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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