# NTSB Accident DFW08TA092
> **Robinson R44** · 2008-04-05 · Topeka, KS, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** DFW08TA092
- **Event ID:** 20080407X00433
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2008-04-05
- **Location:** Topeka, KS, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.069179, -95.620788
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 3
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Robinson
- **Model:** R44
- **Registration:** N402PD
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

A malfunctioning magneto, resulting in a high engine rpm and low rotor warning indications.  A contributing factor was the impact with a light pole, during the precautionary landing.

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