Accident
On August 7, 2016, at approximately 1030 coordinated universal time, a Robinson Helicopter R66, registration RA-06347, impacted electrical transmission lines near Borki village, Ramogn region, Voronezhskaya oblast, Russia. The aircraft was substantially damaged in the collision. The pilot and four passengers on board were seriously injured.
The flight was conducted as a pleasure flight under Russian flight regulations.
Aircraft
The Robinson R66 is a light helicopter. The specific aircraft involved, RA-06347, was of Russian registration. Further details about the aircraft's history or maintenance were not provided in the initial report.
Investigation
The Interstate Aviation Committee of Russia (MAK) has jurisdiction over the investigation. As of the initial information release, no additional details regarding the cause or circumstances of the accident have been disclosed.
The report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Russian Government.