Accident Overview
On March 10, 2010, at approximately 0900 Universal Coordinated Time (UTC), a Robinson R-44 helicopter, registered as RA-04163, experienced an accident under unknown circumstances near Karelia, Russia. The helicopter was operated by a private individual. It had departed from Arkhangelsk, with an intended point of landing in Petrozavodsk.
Occupants and Injuries
The aircraft carried a pilot and a sole passenger, both of whom were Russian citizens. The source states they were fatally injured.
Terrain and Location
The accident site was described as a "rolling plain." The specific location was near Karelia, Russia.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Russia. Further information can be obtained from the Interstate Aviation Committee (MAK), IIC – Mr. Viktor Khramtsov, at 22/2/1 Bolshaya Ordynka Str., Moscow 119017, Russia. Contact numbers: Tel: (095) 953-12-22, Fax: (095) 953-35-08, 953-16-00, E-mail: [email protected].
This report is for informational purposes only and contains information released by, or obtained for release from, the Government of Russia.