On 20 Jul 2020, a ROBINSON R44 II was involved in an aviation accident near Thorburn Lake, Canada. 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 Canadian authorities with an investigation into a Robinson R44 helicopter accident that occurred in July 2020.
The government of Canada notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Robinson R44 helicopter near Thorburn Lake, Canada. The incident took place on July 20, 2020.
There was 1 fatality and 2 serious injuries resulting from the event. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation being conducted by the government of Canada under ICAO Annex 13. All investigative details will be released by Canadian authorities. The aircraft involved was registered as C-FPBL.
Probable cause
Not determined
Related events
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