NTSB Appoints Representative for South African Helicopter Accident

Incident Notification and U.S. Involvement The government of South Africa notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Robinson R66 helicopter. The incident occurred on August 5, 2016. In response to the notification, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of South Africa with its investigation. This appointment was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13. ## Information Release The source states that all investigative information will be released by the government of South Africa. The NTSB's role is limited to providing assistance through the appointed representative.