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1982-02-05: Robinson R-22 (N90286) — Daytona Beach Aviation — Ormand Beach, FL

Ormand Beach, FL, US

On February 5, 1982, a Robinson R-22 (registration N90286) operated by Daytona Beach Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Ormand Beach, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 9 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

An instructor pilot departed Ormond Beach Airport after being told by the operator to remain grounded due to weather. Wreckage was located half a mile east of the airport.

Incident Overview

An instructor pilot departed Ormond Beach Airport despite having been directed by the operator to remain on the ground until weather conditions improved. The pilot subsequently contacted Daytona Beach Approach Control, requesting a Special VFR clearance and vectors to Daytona Beach Airport.

Weather Conditions

Instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions prevailed at both Ormond Beach and Daytona Beach at the time of the incident. Visibility was restricted to between 1 and 2 miles in fog, with overcast ceilings reported at 300 to 400 feet.

Wreckage Location

The wreckage of the aircraft was discovered approximately half a mile east of Ormond Beach Airport.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X02401. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.