3 fatalities

25 Aug 2019: ROBINSON R44 II — Vitoria Logistica LTDA — Buriti Alegre, Brazil

Buriti Alegre, Brazil

On 25 Aug 2019, a ROBINSON R44 II operated by Vitoria Logistica LTDA was involved in an aviation accident near Buriti Alegre, Brazil. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Not determined. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A Robinson R44 helicopter crashed in Buriti Alegre, Brazil, resulting in multiple fatalities.

The government of Brazil notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter on August 25, 2019. The accident occurred in Buriti Alegre, Brazil.

There were 3 fatal injuries and 1 minor injury associated with the event. The aircraft involved was registered as PR-APN and operated by Vitoria Logistica LTDA.

Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the Brazilian government's investigation. All investigative details are to be released by the Brazilian authorities.

Probable cause

Not determined