Accident Overview
On July 11, 2018, at 0736 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Robinson Helicopter R-44 II helicopter, registered as SP-MAP, impacted terrain near Opole, Poland. The aircraft was occupied by three individuals. Two occupants sustained fatal injuries, while a third occupant suffered serious injuries.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Poland, specifically the State Commission on Aircraft Accident Investigation. As of the report, no probable cause has been determined or released. The report notes that it is for information purposes only and contains only information provided by the Polish authorities.
Aircraft Information
The helicopter involved was a Robinson R-44 II, a four-seat light helicopter commonly used for private and commercial operations. The specific registration, SP-MAP, identifies the aircraft as Polish-registered. No further details about the aircraft's configuration or maintenance history were included in the initial release.
Occupants and Injuries
The occupant count and injury severity were reported as two fatalities and one serious injury. No other details about the occupants, such as names or roles, were provided.
Location and Context
The accident occurred near Opole, a city in southwestern Poland. The exact location and circumstances surrounding the impact were not specified in this preliminary information. Time of day was 0736 UTC, which corresponds to local morning hours.