Robinson R22 accident in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

No fatalities • Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

The NTSB is assisting Brazilian authorities in an investigation regarding a helicopter accident that occurred in July 2020.

The government of Brazil notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Robinson R22 helicopter on July 06, 2020, in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. The aircraft, registered as PR-OEA, was operated by OMNI ESCOLA DE AVIACAO CIVIL. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury and 0 fatalities.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jul 2020 ROBINSON R22 accident near Rio De Janeiro, Brazil?

The NTSB is assisting Brazilian authorities in an investigation regarding a helicopter accident that occurred in July 2020.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jul 2020 ROBINSON R22 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jul 2020 involved a ROBINSON R22, operated by OMNI ESCOLA DE AVIACAO CIVIL, at Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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