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.