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NTSB Appoints Representative for 2020 Robinson R22 Accident in Brazil

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

On July 6, 2020, a ROBINSON R22 operated by OMNI ESCOLA DE AVIACAO CIVIL was involved in an aviation accident near Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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The U.S. NTSB appointed an accredited representative to assist Brazil's investigation of a July 6, 2020, Robinson R22 helicopter accident, with all findings to be released by the Brazilian government.

Overview of the Accident Notification The government of Brazil notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Robinson R22 helicopter. The incident occurred on July 6, 2020. ## U.S. Role in the Investigation In accordance with ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Brazil with its investigation. ## Release of Information The source states that all investigative information will be released by the government of Brazil. No further details, including the aircraft registration, operator, location, or cause, are provided in the source.