Robinson R22 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 520 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2012 | Monticello, UT | N7135J | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in the helicopter settling and subsequentl…The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in the helicopter settling and subsequently colliding with the ground. Contributing to the accident was that the pilot had insufficient altitude to accomplish a successful recovery. |
| Jul 11, 2012 | Sao Paulo, BR | PT-HOL | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 03, 2012 | Kailua-Kona, HI | N209KR | Serious (1) | substantial |
A loss of engine power while maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any an…A loss of engine power while maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Apr 06, 2012 | Huy, BE | OO-DTZ | Fatal (2) | destroyed | This accident is under the jurisdiction and control of the Belgium government. |
| Jan 06, 2012 | Lincolnshire, UK | G-CHZN | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 24, 2011 | Douglas, WY | N3070S | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain yaw control of the helicopter while hover taxiing in gusty wind conditions. |
| Aug 11, 2011 | Titusville, FL | N62JF | Incident | substantial | The private pilot's incorrect manipulation of the engine mixture control which resulted in an inadvertent engine shutdown. |
| Jul 27, 2011 | Fitzroy Crossing, Australia, AS | VH-YOL | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 27, 2011 | Del Valle, TX | N7779M | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The divergence of the main rotor from its normal plane of rotation for reasons that cannot be determined because the pilot’s control inputs leading up…The divergence of the main rotor from its normal plane of rotation for reasons that cannot be determined because the pilot’s control inputs leading up to the event are unknown, resulting in mast bumping and main rotor blade separation. |
| May 09, 2011 | Julia Creek, Australia, AS | VH-DSD | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 26, 2011 | Sulmona, IT | I-ETEC | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 10, 2011 | Marlboro, MA | N791SH | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. |
| Apr 10, 2011 | Lake Charles, LA | N372LE | Minor | substantial | The pilot's loss of control of the helicopter while in a hover. |
| Mar 22, 2011 | Goshen, NY | N259TW | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to adhere to published preflight checklist limitations and procedures, resulting in excessive slack and subsequent failure of the …The pilot’s failure to adhere to published preflight checklist limitations and procedures, resulting in excessive slack and subsequent failure of the power transmission belts and a total loss of rotor system drive. |
| Dec 09, 2010 | Tourrettes-sur-Loup, FR | G-CBVL | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Nov 09, 2010 | Rolleston, Australia, AS | VH-TCG | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 08, 2010 | Scappoose, OR | N2356T | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot’s failure to maintain helicopter control during the landing flare and his subsequent interference with the flight instructor's contr…The student pilot’s failure to maintain helicopter control during the landing flare and his subsequent interference with the flight instructor's control inputs. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision. |
| Sep 30, 2010 | Portland, OR | N856HA | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's decision to hover-taxi behind a jet, resulting in the helicopter encountering jet wash and rolling over. |
| Jun 05, 2010 | La Verne, CA | N7028U | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power due to the pilot's inadvertent movement of the mixture control. |
| Jun 02, 2010 | Spokane, WA | N522SA | Fatal (1) | substantial |
A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomali…A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation and the student pilot's failure to maintain main rotor rpm. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's low total flight experience. |
| Mar 28, 2010 | Miami, FL | N72377 | Incident | substantial | A loss of main rotor rpm for undetermined reasons. |
| Nov 15, 2009 | Cheshire, UK | G-RIDL | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 26, 2009 | Verona, IT | I-ANSO | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 21, 2009 | Jerome, AZ | N747ER | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm's, and the certified flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the flight. |
| Jun 25, 2009 | Paraburdoo, AS | VH-HOX | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |