Pilot Debrief

ROBINSON R44 near Lusikisuki, near Port John, Eastern Cape Province — 2016-08-03

Investigation ongoingDCA16WA218
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Date
2016-08-03
Location
Lusikisuki, near Port John, Eastern Cape Province, ZA
Aircraft
ROBINSON R44
Registration
ZS-RXW
Category
Helicopter
Highest injury
Fatal
Fatalities
4

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 helicopter that occurred on August 03, 2016. 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 · Approach

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