# NTSB Accident SEA97FA016
> **Robinson R22 BETA** · 1996-10-19 · HALSEY, OR, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** SEA97FA016
- **Event ID:** 20001208X06970
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-10-19
- **Location:** HALSEY, OR, USA
- **Coordinates:** 44.379978, -123.10926
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Robinson
- **Model:** R22 BETA
- **Registration:** N512HH
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain main rotor RPM, resulting in loss of control of the helicopter and collision with terrain.  Factors included the pilot's lack of experience in helicopters, and interpersonal relationship problems between the pilot and his girlfriend.

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