Summary
On March 13, 2024, a Robinson Helicopter R44 (N3040P) was involved in an incident near Knox City, TX. 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 pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a rollover and an impact with terrain.
This incident is documented in NTSB report CEN24LA135. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N3040P.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a rollover and an impact with terrain.
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# CEN24LA135