Final 1 minor Mar 15, 2022

N99676 accident at Valdez, AK

Eurocopter AS 350 BA — Collision during takeoff/land at Valdez, AK

DateMar 15, 2022
Tail numberN99676
AircraftEurocopter AS 350 BA · Airbus AS350 AStar · AS50
LocationValdez, AK
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 135 Positioning
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseANC22LA023

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain a proper approach path in flat light conditions, which resulted in landing short of the intended landing spot and impact with terrain.

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