Incident Overview
On June 29, 2015, at approximately 0806 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Robinson R-22 Beta II helicopter, registration OK-ZYZ, encountered an in-flight anomaly while flying near Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic. The pilot executed an emergency autorotation, landing the aircraft in a field located about 10 miles west of the city. Both pilots on board were not injured.
Aircraft and Operator
The aircraft involved was a Robinson R-22 Beta II, a two-seat light helicopter commonly used for training and personal transport. The registration OK-ZYZ indicates it was registered in the Czech Republic. The operator and specific purpose of the flight have not been disclosed in the available information.
Investigation
The accident is under the jurisdiction of the Air Accidents Investigation Institute of the Czech Republic, based in Prague. As the investigation is ongoing, no further details about the nature of the in-flight anomaly or the events leading to the autorotation have been released. The institute is responsible for determining the circumstances and any contributing factors.
Aftermath
Both pilots emerged from the incident without injury. The helicopter sustained unknown damage from the emergency landing in the field. The Czech authorities will issue a final report upon completion of their investigation.