An investigation into a tragic helicopter crash in 2022 that claimed the lives of a pilot and a meteorologist has uncovered critical maintenance errors that led to the accident. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its final report on the crash, citing disconnected and missing hardware as the probable cause.
The crash occurred during a training flight over a Charlotte-area interstate, where the helicopter lost control and crashed into a grassy area next to the highway. The NTSB report highlighted inadequate inspections by the pilot and maintenance personnel, resulting in the loosening of crucial hardware that led to the loss of control.
