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NTSB Appoints Representative for 2019 Robinson R44 II Accident in Brazil

Ubatuba, Brazil

On January 1, 2019, a Robinson R44 II operated by Brazil Helicon Taxi Aereo LTDA was involved in an aviation accident near Ubatuba, Brazil. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist Brazil's investigation of a January 1, 2019, Robinson R44 II accident, with all findings to be released by the Brazilian government.

Overview of the Incident Notification The government of Brazil notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Robinson R44 II helicopter. The incident occurred on January 1, 2019. ## U.S. Involvement in the Investigation In accordance with the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Brazil with its investigation. ## Release of Investigative Information The source states that all investigative information related to the accident will be released by the government of Brazil. No further details regarding the aircraft's registration, operator, specific location, or cause are provided in the source.