ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II
South Kingstown, RI — April 9, 2024
Event Information
| Date | April 9, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA24LA171 |
| Event ID | 20240409194061 |
| Location | South Kingstown, RI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.43741, -71.57254 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY |
| Model | R44 II |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water while maneuvering at low altitude.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.