Accident Details
On February 10, 2009, at 0930 coordinated universal time, a Robinson R-44 helicopter, Hungarian registered HA-MIX and owned by BHS Hungary, was substantially damaged when it impacted water under unknown circumstances near Budaors, Hungary. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The pilot was fatally injured and two passengers received minor injuries. The flight originated from Budaors Airport in Budaors, Hungary.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Bureau (TSB Hungary) reported that the helicopter lost engine power during aerial work, and subsequently crashed into the Danube River. The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Hungarian government. Further information may be obtained from the Transportation Safety Bureau (TSB Hungary), H-1675 Budapest, POB 62, Hungary.