Primary finding
Probable cause
Fatigue failure of a reduction drive planetary gear. Factors include an unapproved part and plating process, and uneven terrain at the emergency landing site.
NTSB investigation record
Garlick Uh-1H· N869W
Primary finding
Fatigue failure of a reduction drive planetary gear. Factors include an unapproved part and plating process, and uneven terrain at the emergency landing site.
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