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NTSB investigation record

MIA99LA181

Completed

Robinson R-44· N49669

Date
June 11, 1999
Location
Sevierville, TN
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

The induced fatigue fracture of a component in the engine-to-transmission rotor drive system resulting in a disconnection of the drive system during cruise flight caused by inadequate inspection processes by the manufacturer and the subsequent autorotative emergency descent and forced landing.

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