Accident Summary
On October 25, 2015, at 1730 local time (1930 UTC), a Robinson R44 helicopter, Brazilian registration PP-BAO, was substantially damaged when it impacted trees and a lake after takeoff. The accident occurred in the Guarani Municipality, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The pilot was fatally injured, and one passenger received minor injuries. The flight, which originated in Fazenda Cachoeira Alegre, Brazil, was being conducted under Brazilian flight regulations.
Aircraft and Crew
The aircraft involved was a Robinson R44, a four-place light helicopter. The registration PP-BAO was painted on the tail. No further details about the aircraft's maintenance history or the pilot's qualifications were provided in the initial release. The exact number of occupants was not specified beyond the pilot and one passenger.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA) of Brazil. CENIPA has assumed responsibility for determining the circumstances leading to the crash. Any inquiries regarding the investigation can be directed to CENIPA's Investigation Division at SHIS - QI 05-VI Comar, Brasilia-DF, Brazil 71.615-600, or by telephone at (55-21) 3368-3616 / (55-21) 99400-7892, or by fax at (55-21) 3368-3616, or via email at [email protected]. This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Brazil.