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NTSB investigation record

NYC98LA043

Completed

Robinson R22Beta· N55TP

Date
December 16, 1997
Location
Belle Vernon, PA
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

The pilot's improper out-of-ground hover procedure, which resulted in a loss of tailrotor effectiveness.

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