Robinson R22 crash in Annaka City, Japan

2 fatalities • Annaka City, Japan

A private Robinson R22 helicopter crashed into a speedway slope in Gunma Prefecture, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On November 22, 2015, at 0157 UTC, a Robinson R2 2 helicopter, registration JA7963, crashed into the slope face of a speedway located in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. The aircraft was being operated by a private individual. The impact resulted in 2 fatal injuries to the pilot and the sole passenger. The helicopter was destroyed in the accident.

Probable cause

No probable cause was provided in the source report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Nov 2015 ROBINSON R22 accident near Annaka City, Japan?

A private Robinson R22 helicopter crashed into a speedway slope in Gunma Prefecture, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Nov 2015 ROBINSON R22 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Nov 2015 involved a ROBINSON R22, at Annaka City, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was provided in the source report.

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