Robinson R44
Talkeetna, AK — February 21, 2020
Event Information
| Date | February 21, 2020 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC20CA023 |
| Event ID | 20200221X01706 |
| Location | Talkeetna, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 63.04889, -150.77055 |
| Airport | Sheldon Chalet |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Robinson |
| Model | R44 |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 135 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from snow covered terrain during an en route descent in flat light conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.