Robinson R66 helicopter crash in Caraguatatuba, Brazil

2 fatalities • Caraguatatuba, Brazil

A Robinson R66 helicopter crashed into a hillside and dense forest during a flight in the state of São Paulo.

What happened

On January 3, 2013, at approximately 1600 UTC, a Robinson R66 helicopter, bearing registration PR-DUB, was destroyed following an impact with a hillside and dense forest. The accident occurred in the Caraguatatuba Municipality, located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.

The flight was operating under Brazilian flight regulations. The aircraft had departed from São José dos Campos Airport (SBSJ) in São José dos Campos and was en route to Maroum Heliport (SJDO) in Maroum, São Paulo.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state a probable cause for this accident.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Jan 2013 ROBINSON R66 accident near Caraguatatuba, Brazil?

A Robinson R66 helicopter crashed into a hillside and dense forest during a flight in the state of São Paulo.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Jan 2013 ROBINSON R66 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Jan 2013 involved a ROBINSON R66, at Caraguatatuba, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state a probable cause for this accident.

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