Robinson R44 Helicopter Crash Near Samso, Denmark

No fatalities • Samso, Denmark

A Robinson R44 helicopter crashed into the sea near Samso, Denmark, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

On September 5, 2014, at approximately 0955 UTC, a Robinson R40 II helicopter, registration OY-HRG, impacted the sea between Rosnaes and Samso, Denmark. Prior to the accident, the aircraft was in both radio and radar contact with Copenhagen Information. At the time of the incident, Copenhagen Information had reported marginal VFR weather conditions in the vicinity of Samso.

Following the loss of radio and radar contact with the helicopter, a search and rescue mission was initiated. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and the 4 occupants were fatally injured.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Sep 2014 ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II NO SERIES accident near Samso, Denmark?

A Robinson R44 helicopter crashed into the sea near Samso, Denmark, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Sep 2014 ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II NO SERIES accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Sep 2014 involved a ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II NO SERIES, at Samso, Denmark.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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