No fatalities

Robinson R44 Collides with Hangar at Straubing Airport

Straubing, Germany

On March 31, 2011, a ROBINSON R44 was involved in an aviation accident near Straubing, Germany. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter, D-HBLT, struck a hangar at Straubing-Wallmühle Airport, Germany, on March 31, 2011. The pilot and passenger suffered minor injuries; the helicopter was destroyed by fire.

Accident Details

At 1630 universal coordinated time on March 31, 2011, a Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter, registration D-HBLT, collided with an aircraft storage hangar at Straubing-Wallmühle Airport in Straubing, Germany. The impact occurred at the airport facilities.

Injuries and Damage

The pilot and passenger sustained minor injuries as a result of the accident. The helicopter was destroyed by a post-accident fire.

Investigation

The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Germany. The Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Investigation (BFU) is responsible for the inquiry. Further information may be obtained from the BFU.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Mar 2011 ROBINSON R44 accident near Straubing, Germany?

A Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter, D-HBLT, struck a hangar at Straubing-Wallmühle Airport, Germany, on March 31, 2011. The pilot and passenger suffered minor injuries; the helicopter was destroyed by fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Mar 2011 ROBINSON R44 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Mar 2011 involved a ROBINSON R44, at Straubing, Germany.