Final
4 fatal
Aug 1, 2021
N7000J crash at Colusa, CA
Robinson Helicopter Co R66 — Abrupt maneuver at Colusa, CA
DateAug 1, 2021
Tail numberN7000J
AircraftRobinson R66 · R66
LocationColusa, CA
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries4 fatal
NTSB caseWPR21FA300
Probable cause
The pilot’s abrupt flight control input that led to mast bumping and a subsequent in-flight breakup.
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