Final None Feb 18, 2019

N350ST accident at Eureka, AK

Airbus A350 — Loss of control in flight at Eureka, AK

DateFeb 18, 2019
Tail numberN350ST
AircraftAirbus A350
LocationEureka, AK
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 135
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseGAA19CA139

Probable cause

The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing on snow-covered mountainous terrain with steep rocks above, which resulted in loose rocks damaging the main rotor blades and the subsequent loss of helicopter controllability.

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