On October 2, 2022, an aircraft was involved in an aviation accident near NZ. This summary draws on records from the New Zealand Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC).
On 2 October 2022, a Robinson R22 Beta helicopter collided with terrain about 42 nautical miles from Cunderdin Aerodrome in Western Australia. The pilot and passenger sustained fatal injuries and the helicopter was destroyed. TAIC assisted ATSB under ICAO Annex 13.
Accident Details
On 2 October 2022, a Robinson R22 Beta helicopter was involved in a collision with terrain approximately 42 nautical miles from Cunderdin Aerodrome. The pilot and passenger sustained fatal injuries, and the helicopter was destroyed in the accident.
Investigation
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) requested assistance from New Zealand's Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13. TAIC opened an inquiry for administrative purposes to act as an Accredited Representative in support of the overseas investigation.
In March 2026, following confirmation that TAIC's assistance was no longer required, the Commission concluded its inquiry. No further details regarding the cause of the accident have been released by either authority.