1 fatality

25 Jan 2020: ROBINSON R44 II — Tuzantan, Mexico

Tuzantan, Mexico

On 25 Jan 2020, a ROBINSON R44 II was involved in an aviation accident near Tuzantan, Mexico. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On January 25, 2020, a Robinson R-44II helicopter (XB-KQV) crashed near Tuzantan, Chiapas, Mexico, resulting in fatal injuries to the pilot. The flight originated from Tuxtla Gutierrez and was destined for Tapachula.

Overview

On January 25, 2020, about 1858 hours coordinated universal time, a Robinson R-44II helicopter, Mexican registration XB-KQV, impacted terrain near Tuzantan, Chiapas, Mexico. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The flight departed from Ángel Albino Corzo / Tuxtla Gutierrez International Airport (TGZ/MMTG) in Tuxtla Gutierrez, Mexico, with the intended destination of Tapachula International Airport (TAP/MMTP) in Tapachula, Chiapas.

Investigation

The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Direccion de Analisis de Accidentes e Incidentes de Aviacion. As of the release of this information, no probable cause has been stated. Further details may be obtained from the investigating authority at the provided contact information.

Contact Information

Direccion de Analisis de Accidentes e Incidentes de Aviacion Blvd. Adolfo López Mateos 1990, piso 4 Col. Los Alpes Tlacopac, Del. Álvaro Obregón Codigo Postal 01010 México, D.F. Tel.: (52) 55 5723-9400, ext. 18548 / 18545 E-mail: [email protected]