Incident Overview
On November 24, 2018, at 1200 local time, a Robinson R22 BETA helicopter, registered as VH-KZV, collided with terrain near Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia. The helicopter was operating under the applicable civil aviation regulations of the Government of Australia. The collision resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft. The pilot sustained serious injuries, and the passenger was fatally injured.
Investigation
The accident is under investigation by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB), which has jurisdiction over aviation incidents within Australia. The ATSB has released initial information regarding the occurrence. Further details may be obtained from the ATSB.
Aircraft Information
The helicopter involved was a Robinson R22 BETA, a two-seat light helicopter commonly used for training and personal transport. The registration VH-KZV indicates it was registered in Australia. No specific information about the helicopter's maintenance history or prior flights was provided in the initial report.
Post-Accident Actions
The ATSB has initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision. As of the release of this report, no probable cause has been determined. The investigation will continue, and additional findings may be published at a later date.