Robinson R44 accident near Gramzda, LV

On October 8, 2017, a Robinson R44 (helicopter) was involved in an accident near Gramzda, LV. 1 person died.

Date
October 8, 2017
Place
Gramzda, LV
Aircraft
Robinson R44 · Helicopter
Injuries
1 fatal, 3 serious, 0 minor
Damage
—
Position
56.390°N, 21.613°E
NTSB ID
20171011X93858

NTSB summary

On October 8, 2017, about 1014 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), a Robinson R44 helicopter, YL-HBH, impacted a powerline after takeoff near Gramzda, Latvia. One passenger was fatally injured and the pilot and two other passengers on board were seriously injured.The incident is being investigated by the Transport Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau (TAIIB) of the Republic of Latvia. Inquiries regarding this incident should be directed to: Transport Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau 58 Brivibas Street Riga, LV-1011 Latvia

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