1 fatal · Robinson R22 · 1998-05-01 · IRWINDALE, CA, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX98FA149
Event ID
20001211X10116
Type
Accident
Date
1998-05-01
Location
IRWINDALE, CA, USA
Coordinates
34.090869, -117.960327
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
1
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Robinson
Model
R22
Registration
N8365D
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The failure of the pilot to observe in a timely manner and maintain clearance from electrical power transmission wires and her improper maneuver to avoid the obstruction.