Accident Overview
On December 5, 2012, at approximately 1200 mountain standard time, a Robinson R-44 Raven II helicopter registered in Canada as C-FRSO struck the terrain near Slave Lake, Alberta. The accident site was located about 12 nautical miles southwest of the town. The pilot, who was the only person on board, sustained fatal injuries.
Investigation Details
The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) of Canada has initiated an investigation into the occurrence. As the state responsible for the manufacture of the helicopter and its engines, the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has designated an accredited representative to assist the TSB in the inquiry. All requests for information related to this accident should be directed to the TSB of Canada.
Vehicle Information
The aircraft involved was a Robinson Helicopter Company R-44 Raven II, a single-engine light helicopter commonly used for private and commercial operations. The specific registration, C-FRSO, identifies the aircraft as Canadian. No further details about the helicopter's maintenance history, flight plan, or pilot qualifications have been released by the investigating authorities at this time.