Final None Sep 19, 2025

N831VA accident at Decatur, TX

Robinson Helicopter R44 — Loss of control on ground at LUD (Decatur, TX)

DateSep 19, 2025
Tail numberN831VA
AircraftRobinson R44 · R44
LocationLUD — Decatur, TX
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Instructional
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN25LA389

Probable cause

The pilot’s loss of control during an off-airport, pinnacle landing, and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the instructional flight.

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