Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
NTSB Number
ERA23LA157
Location
Livonia, NY
Event ID
20230322106929
Coordinates
42.826067, -77.585174
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s delayed action to arrest the high descent rate during a practice autorotation in tailwind conditions which ultimately resulted in loss of control.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
FINGERLAKES WING AND ROTOR LLC
Address
2727 MARTIN RD HNGR 4
City
SENECA FALLS
State / Zip Code
NY 13148
Country
United States
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA23LA157