Accident Overview
On July 9, 2011, at 1900 universal coordinated time, a Robinson R-44 helicopter, Russian registration RA-04304, registered to and operated by a private owner, collided with the Yenisei River near Istok, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia. The flight was a repositioning flight conducted at night. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The helicopter, a Robinson R-44, was being repositioned from a landing strip near Severnaya, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia, at an undetermined time. The destination was not specified.
Injuries and Damage
The pilot is missing and presumed fatally injured. The helicopter sustained substantial damage.
Investigation
The accident is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Russia. The Interstate Aviation Committee (MAK) is responsible for the investigation, with Mr. Alexander Paramonov designated as the IIC. This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Russia. Additional information may be obtained from the Interstate Aviation Committee at 22/2/1 Bolshaya Ordynka Str., Moscow 119017, Russia, or via phone/fax at +7 (495) 953-57-42, or email at [email protected].