PETERSON MARK G PETERSON A600
Foley, AL — April 6, 2023
Event Information
| Date | April 6, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA23LA183 |
| Event ID | 20230406107020 |
| Location | Foley, AL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 30.42526, -87.77880 |
| Airport | COLLIER AIRPARK |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PETERSON MARK G |
| Model | PETERSON A600 |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | DEST |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The loss of engine power during the initial climb due to the disconnection of the turbocharger air intake hose and clamp, and the pilot’s inadequate servicing and preflight inspection of the turbocharger air intake clamp.
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.