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NTSB investigation record

NYC90LA122

Completed

Bell 47G-3B1· N39268

Date
May 31, 1990
Location
Becket, MA
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

A power loss due to oil starvation, after maintenance personnel failed to comply with lycoming directives during the engine overhaul. Factors related to the accident were: improper adjustment of the engine oil pressure by maintenance personnel and unsuitable terrain.

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