Mid-air collision over Istra Reservoir involving Cessna and Robinson aircraft

9 fatalities • Istra, Russia

A mid-air collision between a Cessna U206F and a Robinson R44 II resulted in nine fatalities near Istra, Russia.

What happened

On August 8, 2015, at 17:08 UTC, a mid-air collision occurred over the Istra Reservoir in Istra, Russia. The incident involved a Cessna U206F, bearing registration RA-67523, and a Robinson R44 II helicopter, registration RA-04383.

Both aircraft were maneuvering over the reservoir when they collided. Following the impact, both the airplane and the helicopter crashed into the water and were destroyed. The accident resulted in 9 fatal injuries, including the pilot and four passengers aboard the Cessna, and the pilot and three passengers aboard the Robinson helicopter.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Aug 2015 CESSNA U206F accident near Istra, Russia?

A mid-air collision between a Cessna U206F and a Robinson R44 II resulted in nine fatalities near Istra, Russia.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Aug 2015 CESSNA U206F accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Aug 2015 involved a CESSNA U206F, at Istra, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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