Final None Jun 21, 2021

N512TP accident at Tampa, FL

Bell 407 — Hard landing at VDF (Tampa, FL)

DateJun 21, 2021
Tail numberN512TP
AircraftBell 407 · B407
LocationVDF — Tampa, FL
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Instructional
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA21LA264

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper landing flare while making a power off practice autorotative landing. Contributing was the decreased visual cues provided by the recently paved runway during the night landing conducted with the aid of night vision goggles.

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