# NTSB Accident MIA02FA161
> **Sikorsky S76A+** · 2002-08-31 · Miami, FL, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** MIA02FA161
- **Event ID:** 20020910X01569
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-08-31
- **Location:** Miami, FL, USA
- **Coordinates:** 25.740278, -80.294441
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 3
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 4
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Sikorsky
- **Model:** S76A+
- **Registration:** N15460
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 2
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The flight crew's diverted attention, inadequate visual lookout, and failure to ensure adequate main rotor clearance. Factors in the accident were the continued operation, with known obstructions in the area, and the failure of the FAA to initially certify the operation prior to its commencement.

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