On 4 Jul 2020, a ROBINSON R44 was involved in an aviation accident near Broome Aerodrome, Australia. 2 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.
An accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter occurred at Broome Aerodrome, Australia, on July 4, 2020.
The Australian government reported an accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter on July 04, 2020. The incident took place at Broome Aerodrome, Australia. The accident resulted in 2 fatalities and 2 serious injuries.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the Australian government's investigation. All investigative details regarding the aircraft, registered as VH-NBY, will be released by the Australian authorities.
Probable cause
Not determined
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