Incident Overview
On March 12, 2017, at approximately 1715 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Robinson Helicopter Company Inc. R44 II helicopter, registration G-DORM, was destroyed in an accident. The aircraft impacted terrain while conducting an approach to landing near Carlingford, County Louth, Ireland. The pilot and one passenger on board sustained serious injuries.
Investigation
The accident is under investigation by the Irish Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU). The AAIU has jurisdiction and control over the probe. As of the report release, no probable cause has been determined, and the investigation is ongoing.
Aircraft Information
The helicopter involved was a Robinson R44 II, a four-seat, single-engine light helicopter. It was registered in the United Kingdom as G-DORM. No additional details about the aircraft's condition, maintenance history, or ownership were provided in the initial report.
Location and Timing
The accident occurred near Carlingford, a town in County Louth, Ireland, on the afternoon of March 12, 2017. The time of day was late afternoon local time (1715 UTC corresponds to 1715 local time in Ireland, as Ireland uses UTC in winter).
Casualties and Damage
The pilot and one passenger suffered serious injuries. The exact nature of their injuries was not specified. The helicopter was destroyed upon impact with terrain. No other injuries or ground damage were reported.
Official Statements
The AAIU stated that this report is for informational purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the unit. Further information may be obtained from the AAIU at the address provided in the original source.