NONE · Bell 206-L4 · 2002-12-31 · High Island 471, USA
Event
NTSB number
FTW03LA072
Event ID
20030106X00015
Type
Accident
Date
2002-12-31
Location
High Island 471, USA
Coordinates
28.266666, -94.050003
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Bell
Model
206-L4
Registration
N177AL
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's attempt to takeoff during known adverse weather conditions and failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering. Contributing factors were the gusty and high wind conditions.