Accident Details
On May 22, 2009, at 2139 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), a Brazilian-registered Robinson R-44 helicopter, registration PR-NDF, was destroyed when it collided with the ground during approach to land at Vitoria da Conquista Airport (SBQV) in Vitoria da Conquista, Brazil. The flight was conducted under Brazilian flight regulations.
Occupants and Injuries
The pilot and passenger on board sustained fatal injuries.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil, specifically the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA). No probable cause has been stated in the available source material. For further information, contact CENIPA at: SHIS-QI 05-VI Comar, Brasilia-DF, Brazil, 71.615.600; Phone: 55 61 3364 8800; Facsimile: 55 61 3365 1004; E-mail: [email protected].
This report is for informational purposes only and contains information released by the Government of Brazil.