# NTSB Accident DFW08CA075
> **Robinson R-22** · 2008-03-04 · Meraux, LA, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** DFW08CA075
- **Event ID:** 20080418X00518
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2008-03-04
- **Location:** Meraux, LA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 29.93, -89.933052
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Robinson
- **Model:** R-22
- **Registration:** N120KC
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to ensure calculate weight and balance prior to flight.  A contributing factor was the prevailing gusty winds.

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