Final 2 minor Feb 13, 2016

N1181W accident at Carson City, NV

Bell 47G 3B 1 — Loss of control in flight at CXP (Carson City, NV)

DateFeb 13, 2016
Tail numberN1181W
AircraftBell 47G 3B 1 · Bell 47 · B47G
LocationCXP — Carson City, NV
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseWPR16LA069

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient main rotor rpm, which resulted in a loss of helicopter control and a dynamic rollover.

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