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Jul
07
2023

NTSB Final Report: Skwentna, AK

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The pilot reported that, he was flying uphill over an area of snow-covered, mountainous terrain, when he encountered flat light and whiteout conditions, which made it difficult to discern topographical features. In an attempt to maintain visual reference with the ground, he turned the helicopter to the right to fly back down the hill. Subsequently, the right landing gear skid contacted terrain and the helicopter entered a dynamic rollover to the right, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage, tail boom, and powertrain system. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

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May
12
2023

NTSB Preliminary Report: Skwentna, AK

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NTSB Preliminary Report: Skwentna, AK

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May
11
2023

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: SKWENTNA, AK

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AIRCRAFT WHILE HOVERING, SKID CAUGHT SNOW BERM AND ROLLED OVER, SKWENTNA, AK.

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