# NTSB Accident GAA16LA182
> **HUGHES 369** · 2016-04-08 · Weatherford, TX, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** GAA16LA182
- **Event ID:** 20160411X25201
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2016-04-08
- **Location:** Weatherford, TX, USA
- **Coordinates:** 32.771389, -97.73944
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** HUGHES
- **Model:** 369
- **Registration:** N298SD
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot/mechanic's inadequate postmaintenance and preflight inspections, which resulted in his failure to remove the antitorque pedal lock and a subsequent loss of control during hover operations.

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