NTSB Appoints Representative for 2019 Robinson R44 Helicopter Accident in Brazil

Overview of the Accident Notification The government of Brazil notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter. The accident occurred on August 25, 2019. ## NTSB Involvement In response to the notification, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative. This representative was tasked with assisting the government of Brazil in its investigation of the accident. The appointment was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13. ## Information Release The source states that all investigative information related to the accident will be released by the government of Brazil.