1 fatality

27 Jan 2013: ROBINSON R44 II — Gemini Helicopters, Inc — Fox Creek, Alberta, Canada

Fox Creek, Alberta, Canada

On 27 Jan 2013, a ROBINSON R44 II operated by Gemini Helicopters, Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Fox Creek, Alberta, Canada. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On January 27, 2013, a Robinson R-44 Raven II helicopter, registration C-FRSO, broke up in flight southwest of Fox Creek, Alberta. The pilot, sole occupant, was fatally injured.

Accident Details

On January 27, 2013, at approximately 1500 Mountain standard time, a Robinson R-44 Raven II helicopter with Canadian registration C-FRSO broke up in flight over a wooded area. The location was about 21 nautical miles southwest of Fox Creek, Alberta, Canada. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the helicopter, sustained fatal injuries.

Investigation

The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) of Canada is conducting an investigation into the accident. As the State of Manufacture of the helicopter and engines, the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has designated a U.S. accredited representative to assist the TSB in its inquiry. All inquiries concerning this accident should be directed to the TSB of Canada.