# NTSB Accident SEA07LA110
> **Eurocopter EC 130 B4** · 2007-04-21 · Makawao, HI, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** SEA07LA110
- **Event ID:** 20070501X00488
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2007-04-21
- **Location:** Makawao, HI, USA
- **Coordinates:** 20.866666, -156.316665
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 5
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 6
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Eurocopter
- **Model:** EC 130 B4
- **Registration:** N130WS
- **FAR Part:** 135
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's improper decision to takeoff downwind in a confined landing zone, which resulted in a failure to attain translational lift and a loss of control.

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