Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the weather that consisted of downdrafts and his inadequate start procedures that resulted in a forced landing and collision with trees.
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NTSB investigation record
NYC97LA127
CompletedEiriavion Oy Pik-20E· N1043G
- Date
- June 23, 1997
- Location
- Rochester, VT
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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