# NTSB Accident IAD03FA056
> **Robinson R-22 Beta** · 2003-06-03 · Montpelier, VA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** IAD03FA056
- **Event ID:** 20030612X00866
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2003-06-03
- **Location:** Montpelier, VA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 37.787776, -77.720275
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Robinson
- **Model:** R-22 Beta
- **Registration:** N23428
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm while maneuvering at a low altitude.

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