Final 1 serious Apr 3, 2021

N577DD crash at Palmyra, PA

Robinson Helicopter Co R66 — Abnormal runway contact at 58N (Palmyra, PA)

DateApr 3, 2021
Tail numberN577DD
AircraftRobinson R66 · R66
Location58N — Palmyra, PA
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 serious
NTSB caseERA21LA171

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper judgment to attempt a flight while impaired by medications, which resulted in the helicopter’s abnormal ground contact, loss of control, and collision with terrain.

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