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ROBINSON R44 near Heilbron — 2017-05-19

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Date
2017-05-19
Location
Heilbron, ZA
Aircraft
ROBINSON R44
Registration
ZS-HFF
Category
Helicopter
Highest injury
Fatal
Fatalities
2

Probable cause

Investigated by a foreign authority; NTSB does not determine probable cause.

NTSB narrative

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Robinson R44 II helicopter that occurred on May 19, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist SACAA's investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer and Design of the helicopter/engine.All investigative information will be released by the SACAA.

NTSB coding

  • Loss of control in flight · Enroute

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