Robinson R22 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 520 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2000 | SAN DIEGO, CA | N7078B | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's selection of an inadequate takeoff area which precluded his ability to remain in ground effect until entering translational lift and resul…The pilot's selection of an inadequate takeoff area which precluded his ability to remain in ground effect until entering translational lift and resulted in his failure to maintain main rotor rpm. |
| Jan 30, 2000 | HANA, MAUI, HI | N62DF | Serious (1) | substantial | The student's failure to maintain directional control after encountering a tail rotor vortex ring state induced right yaw. |
| Jan 27, 2000 | SARITA, TX | N2330F | Incident | substantial | The failure of the pilot to maintain main rotor rpm, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Jan 22, 2000 | PIRU, CA | N4072T | Incident | substantial | Failure of the pilot to maintain control after encountering a dynamic rollover. |
| Dec 03, 1999 | MINDEN, NV | N7183Y | Incident | substantial |
the result of a foreign object contacting the tail rotor blade(s) while the aircraft was hover taxiing, which caused blade separation with subsequent …the result of a foreign object contacting the tail rotor blade(s) while the aircraft was hover taxiing, which caused blade separation with subsequent loss of anti-torque (lateral) control. |
| Oct 21, 1999 | JONESBORO, AR | N2301C | Incident | substantial |
The flight instructor's delay in taking remedial action to recover from a low rotor rpm situation. A factor was the student's failure to maintain ade…The flight instructor's delay in taking remedial action to recover from a low rotor rpm situation. A factor was the student's failure to maintain adequate rotor rpm. |
| Sep 26, 1999 | ST. GEORGE, UT | N8360J | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate visual lookout. Factors included the pilot concentrating on the maneuver being practiced to such an extent that he was inatten…The pilot's inadequate visual lookout. Factors included the pilot concentrating on the maneuver being practiced to such an extent that he was inattentive to outside surroundings, and the sun glare. |
| Sep 18, 1999 | TUCUMCARI, NM | N8497Y | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate visual lookout. A factor was a reduced visual detection due to background vegetation and terrain. |
| Aug 27, 1999 | CORNAKELLY, EI | EIMAC | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jul 23, 1999 | SPRING GREEN, WI | N2313D | Incident | substantial | the pilots failure to maintain clearance with the wire. A factor was the wire. |
| Jul 03, 1999 | THERIOT, LA | N8360T | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which led to a contaminated fuel supply and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor was the lack of sui…The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which led to a contaminated fuel supply and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for the forced landing. |
| Jun 22, 1999 | GROSSENHAIN, GE | N220WP | Fatal (4) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 02, 1999 | GLENNALLEN, AK | N1929T | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain rotor RPM during takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were a downdraft, and uneven terrain. |
| May 21, 1999 | EAST TROY, WI | N215WW | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper approach to landing A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's inadvertent settling with power. |
| May 19, 1999 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA | N8558N | Minor | substantial |
The student's inadvertent and uncoordinated application of forward cyclic during an autorotation flare, which resulted in a loss of main rotor rpm; an…The student's inadvertent and uncoordinated application of forward cyclic during an autorotation flare, which resulted in a loss of main rotor rpm; and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision. |
| Apr 29, 1999 | LARES, PR | N2314T | Incident | substantial | The improper touchdown by the pilot resulting in dynamic rollover. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention. |
| Mar 26, 1999 | HOUSTON, TX | N2323V | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering. A factor was the pilot's impairment due to his use of a prescription nar…The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering. A factor was the pilot's impairment due to his use of a prescription narcotic. |
| Mar 25, 1999 | ENGLEWOOD, CO | N8354Z | Incident | substantial | The flight instructor allowed the rotor rpm to decay during an autorotation which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Feb 17, 1999 | FREER, TX | N971SL | Incident | substantial | The passenger's inadvertent interference with the cyclic control which consequently restricted the control's movement. |
| Jan 30, 1999 | POMPANO BEACH, FL | N4046H | Serious (2) | destroyed |
The CFI's decision not to follow procedures and directives (initiate a go-around/power recovery) during a simulated 180 autorotation resulting in a ha…The CFI's decision not to follow procedures and directives (initiate a go-around/power recovery) during a simulated 180 autorotation resulting in a hard landing and in flight collision with terrain. |
| Sep 30, 1998 | SALINAS, CA | N8340D | Serious (1) | destroyed | The failure of the student pilot to maintain control of the aircraft while practicing autorotations. |
| Sep 29, 1998 | BUENOS AIRES, AR | LQBJP | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 26, 1998 | DUNCANNON, PA | N9067G | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot's disregard of the fuel condition during the preflight which resulted in a takeoff with contaminated fuel and a loss of power. A factor wa…The pilot's disregard of the fuel condition during the preflight which resulted in a takeoff with contaminated fuel and a loss of power. A factor was the pilot's lack of recent experience. |
| Aug 21, 1998 | RAMONA, CA | N2335Q | Incident | substantial | The failure of the pilot to maintain rotor rpm while practicing autorotations and subsequent hard landing and roll over. |
| Jul 25, 1998 | LUBBOCK, TX | N789HP | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to perform an adequate flare, and his improper touchdown technique. Factors were the pilot's improper evaluation of the weather c…The pilot's failure to perform an adequate flare, and his improper touchdown technique. Factors were the pilot's improper evaluation of the weather conditions, and the high density altitude and crosswind weather condition. |