Summary
On June 30, 2025, a Robinson Helicopter Company R44 II (N531AT) was involved in an incident near Palmer, AK. All 4 people 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 diverted attention during takeoff in flat light conditions, which resulted in a loss of visual reference with terrain.
This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC25LA064. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N531AT.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s diverted attention during takeoff in flat light conditions, which resulted in a loss of visual reference 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# ANC25LA064