MINR · Robinson R-22 · 2006-12-09 · Bountiful, UT, USA
Event
NTSB number
SEA07LA028
Event ID
20061212X01777
Type
Accident
Date
2006-12-09
Location
Bountiful, UT, USA
Coordinates
40.883888, -111.773887
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
2
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Robinson
Model
R-22
Registration
N611SC
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's improper decision to fly up a mountain canyon at low level without knowledge of the wind conditions. Factors associated with the accident are gusty winds, downdrafts, and rough/uneven terrain.