Summary
On September 29, 2022, a Robinson Helicopter R-22 BETA (N622MP) was involved in an accident near Nashville, TN. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident to be: A loss of tail rotor effectiveness while hovering in crosswind conditions resulting in the student pilot's loss of control of the helicopter, impact with terrain, and dynamic rollover.
This accident is documented in NTSB report ERA22LA431. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N622MP.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
A loss of tail rotor effectiveness while hovering in crosswind conditions resulting in the student pilot's loss of control of the helicopter, impact with terrain, and dynamic rollover.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA22LA431