Final
2 minor
Aug 18, 2024
N783AK accident at Palmer, AK
Robinson Helicopter Company R44 II — Windshear or thunderstorm at Palmer, AK
DateAug 18, 2024
Tail numberN783AK
AircraftRobinson R44 II · Robinson R44 · R44
LocationPalmer, AK
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 135 Other work use
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseANC24LA079
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to follow the operator’s procedure manual and attempted to land at a remote landing zone in high wind conditions. Contributing factor was the pilot’s decision to not conduct a fly over of the landing site to determine wind condition which resulted in a loss of control during landing.
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