Robinson R44 collision with hangar at Straubing-Wallmühle Airport

No fatalities • Straubing, Germany

A Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter struck an aircraft storage hangar in Germany, resulting in a post-accident fire.

What happened

On March 31, 2011, at 16:30 UTC, a Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter, registration D-HBLT, collided with an aircraft storage hangar at Straubing-Wallmühle Airport in Straubing, Germany. Following the collision, a fire broke out, which destroyed the helicopter. The pilot and passenger sustained minor injuries, and there were no fatalities.

Probable cause

Not determined

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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 struck an aircraft storage hangar in Germany, resulting in a post-accident 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.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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