Sep 7, 2024
Accident
Substantial King Salmon, AK
Injuries1 fatal, 4 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
The pilot’s decision to initiate the visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his spatial disorientation, failure to maintain helicopter control and subsequent impact with water.
NTSB ANC24FA089