# NTSB Accident LAX01LA013
> **Bell 206L-1** · 2000-10-14 · GRAND CANYON, AZ, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX01LA013
- **Event ID:** 20001212X22192
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2000-10-14
- **Location:** GRAND CANYON, AZ, USA
- **Coordinates:** 36.860145, -112.839447
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 4
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 4
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Bell
- **Model:** 206L-1
- **Registration:** N2233F
- **FAR Part:** 135
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's in-flight loss of control during liftoff due to his improper planning and decisions.  Related factors were the high density altitude and helicopter weight condition, and the lack of a suitable takeoff area.

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