On 28 Feb 2020, a ROBINSON R44 was involved in an aviation accident near Astrakhan, Russia. 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 Russian authorities in an investigation regarding a helicopter accident that occurred in February 2020.
The government of Russia notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter. The incident took place on February 28, 2020, in Astrakhan, Russia. The accident resulted in 1 fatality.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the Russian government's investigation. All investigative details will be released by the Russian authorities. The aircraft involved was registered as RA-04246.
Probable cause
Not determined
Related events
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20 Jan 2026 — ROBINSON R44
17 Jan 2026 — ROBINSON R44 II
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