On 5 Dec 2019, a ROBINSON R44 was involved in an aviation accident near Eschowe, South Africa. One person was 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.
The NTSB is assisting South African authorities in an investigation regarding a helicopter accident that occurred in December 2019.
The government of South Africa notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter. The event took place on December 5, 2019, in Eschowe, South Africa. The accident resulted in 1 fatality.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation being conducted by the South African government. All investigative details will be released by the South African authorities. The aircraft involved was registered as ZS-RRS.
Probable cause
Not determined
Related events
Same aircraft family
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15 Feb 2026 — ROBINSON R44 II
25 Jan 2026 — ROBINSON R44
20 Jan 2026 — ROBINSON R44
17 Jan 2026 — ROBINSON R44 II
7 Jan 2026 — ROBINSON R44
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