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NTSB investigation record

MIA97LA103

Completed

Hughes Th-55· N818D

Date
March 28, 1997
Location
Cullman, AL
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain control of the helicopter. Factors in this accident were: an improper autorotation as a result of improper collective use and resulting failure to maintain main rotor rpm.

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