Robinson Helicopter R44 II accident near Sao Lourenco da Serra, BR

On December 4, 2016, a Robinson Helicopter R44 II (helicopter) was involved in an accident near Sao Lourenco da Serra, BR. 4 people died. Damage to the aircraft: destroyed.

Date
December 4, 2016
Place
Sao Lourenco da Serra, BR
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R44 II · Helicopter
Injuries
4 fatal, 0 serious, 0 minor
Damage
Destroyed
Position
23.869°S, 46.930°W
NTSB ID
20170109X54342

NTSB summary

On December 4, 2016, about 1800 universal coordinated time, a Robinson R44-II, Brazilian registration PR-TUN, was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain while maneuvering near Sao Lourenco, Sao Paulo, Brazil. The pilot and three passengers were fatally injured. The flight was conducted under Brazilian flight regulations, and was on approach to the intended landing site, Recanto Beija-Flor Resort, when the accident occurred. This investigation is under jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil. Any further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center Investigation Division CENIPA-SERIPA IV Av. Braz Leme, nº 3258 Santana - São Paulo/ SP CEP: 02022-901 Telephone: (55-11) 2221-5636 / (55-11) 94100-3330 Fax: (55-11) 2221-5637 seripa4@seripa4.aer.mil.br This report is for informational purposes, and contains only information released by the Government of Brazil.

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