Dec 12, 1995
Accident
Substantial SACRAMENTO, CA
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
the pilot was given an erroneous wind velocity due to a malfunctioning wind gauge in the control tower. Factors relating to the accident were: the high/gusty wind conditions, and the pilot's improper evaluation of the actual wind condition.
NTSB LAX96LA070