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NTSB investigation record

MIA92FA142

Completed

Hughes 369Hs· N9089F

Date
June 26, 1992
Location
Labelle, FL
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

The pilot-in-command's improper application of collective pitch during an autorotative landing resulting in insufficient rotor rpm and in-flight collision with trees and the terrain. Contributing to the accident was the total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination and inadequate preflight planning/preparation.

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