# NTSB Accident LAX02FA020
> **Robinson R-22 BETA** · 2001-11-05 · ESCONDIDO, CA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX02FA020
- **Event ID:** 20011120X02275
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2001-11-05
- **Location:** ESCONDIDO, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 33.185276, -117.126945
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Robinson
- **Model:** R-22 BETA
- **Registration:** N7197Y
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate clearance from obstacles while approaching to land at his private helipad.  Factors in the accident were night conditions, inadequate illumination of the landing pad, and a likely low visibility condition due to fog.

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