Robinson R22 Beta II Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 15 events recorded from 2001 to 2013.

15

All Events

8

Incidents

2

Minor

3

Serious

2

Fatal (2 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 24, 2008 Flagstaff, AZ N926EL Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff in a high density altitude high gross weight condition that exceeded the takeoff performance capability of t…

The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff in a high density altitude high gross weight condition that exceeded the takeoff performance capability of the helicopter. The pilot's failure to maintain adequate rotor rpm was also causal. Contributing factors were the high density altitude and the uneven high elevation terrain.

Sep 14, 2007 Oakland, CA N132SH Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the crosswind conditions and to maintain directional control.
Jun 18, 2007 Park City, UT N712U Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain rotor RPM during hover taxi. A contributing factor was the high density altitude weather condition.
Feb 27, 2007 Tulare, CA N199K Incident substantial
The student pilot's improper use of the collective and cyclic control, which induced a dynamic rollover. Also causal was the certificated flight inst…

The student pilot's improper use of the collective and cyclic control, which induced a dynamic rollover. Also causal was the certificated flight instructor's inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action.

Jul 30, 2005 New Braunfels, TX N18VH Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter and delayed remedial action by the flight instructor.
Jun 07, 2005 Wallsburg, UT N993RW Incident substantial
the flight instructor's inadequate in-flight planning and decision making and failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing factor's include the …

the flight instructor's inadequate in-flight planning and decision making and failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing factor's include the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight, the student pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm, the high density altitude, and the muddy terrain.

Apr 27, 2004 Squaw Valley, CA N7521P Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent rate during the landing approach, which resulted in a hard landing and roll over. Also causal was th…

the pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent rate during the landing approach, which resulted in a hard landing and roll over. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate compensation for tailwind conditions. A factor in the accident was the high density altitude.

Jun 09, 2003 Phoenix, AZ N727DD Incident substantial The instructor's inadequate supervision and his failure to maintain aircraft control. The wind gusts were a factor.
Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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