Summary
On March 09, 2021, a Robinson Helicopter Co R66 (N49XB) was involved in an incident near Duson, LA. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The uncertified pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter when encountering a wind gust while hovering to land.
This incident is documented in NTSB report CEN21LA154. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N49XB.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The uncertified pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter when encountering a wind gust while hovering to land.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Historical)
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN21LA154