Robinson R44 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 366 events recorded from 1993 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2013 | Flagstaff, AZ | N190SH | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm while landing in a gusty wind at a high density altitude. |
| Mar 01, 2011 | Forestville, CA | CFNZO | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jan 21, 2010 | San Felipe, CI | CC-PSZ | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 05, 2008 | Canyon Lake, TX | N804DF | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of tail rotor effectiveness. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to operate inside the height velocity curve…A total loss of tail rotor effectiveness. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to operate inside the height velocity curve. |
| Jun 15, 2008 | Topanga, CA | N168AG | Minor | substantial |
The in-flight separation of the tail rotor gear box for an undetermined reason. Contributing to the accident was the hilly terrain, which was unsuitab…The in-flight separation of the tail rotor gear box for an undetermined reason. Contributing to the accident was the hilly terrain, which was unsuitable for a forced landing. |
| Jun 14, 2008 | Missoula, MT | N272SW | Minor | destroyed |
The student's inadvertent control interference, which the flight instructor was unable to overcome. A contributing factor was the instructor's poor cr…The student's inadvertent control interference, which the flight instructor was unable to overcome. A contributing factor was the instructor's poor crew coordination in his failure to verbally command the student to relinquish the controls and his inadequate supervision of the flight. |
| May 15, 2008 | Lake Wales, FL | N911GJ | Minor | substantial | The pilot's improper recovery from a practice autorotation. |
| Jan 15, 2008 | Fenner, NY | N122AA | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's delayed decision to perform a precautionary landing. Contributing to the accident was the reduced visibility in snow and the soft terrain…The pilot's delayed decision to perform a precautionary landing. Contributing to the accident was the reduced visibility in snow and the soft terrain. |
| Oct 02, 2007 | Lake Powell, UT | N644BS | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to remove a tie-down strap before departure. |
| Jul 28, 2006 | Flagstaff, AZ | N74780 | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight planning decision to take off under a low ceiling into an area of mountainous terrain that resulted in an encounter w…the pilot's inadequate preflight planning decision to take off under a low ceiling into an area of mountainous terrain that resulted in an encounter with lowering clouds and forced the pilot to land in unfavorable terrain. |
| May 28, 2006 | Wailuku, HI | N555JD | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing gusty wind conditions that resulted in his failure to maintain proper alignment with the landing …the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing gusty wind conditions that resulted in his failure to maintain proper alignment with the landing area. |
| Nov 01, 2005 | Bourne, MA | N319CD | Minor | substantial |
The inadvertent contact of a lift strap with the tail rotor during external load operations, which resulted in a forced landing and subsequent collisi…The inadvertent contact of a lift strap with the tail rotor during external load operations, which resulted in a forced landing and subsequent collision with terrain. A factor in this accident was the gusty wind conditions. |
| Aug 13, 2005 | Greenwood, IN | N534SE | Minor | substantial | The inadequate remedial action during landing by the pilot. |
| Jul 07, 2005 | St. Cloud, FL | N90SG | Minor | substantial |
The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with a palm tree resulting in the in-flight collision with it, and subsequent uncontrolled descent and …The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with a palm tree resulting in the in-flight collision with it, and subsequent uncontrolled descent and in-flight collision with the ground. |
| Feb 14, 2005 | Lake Arrowhead, CA | N44NG | Minor | substantial |
the certified flight instructor's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions and his selection of terrain unsuitable for a safe takeoff whic…the certified flight instructor's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions and his selection of terrain unsuitable for a safe takeoff which resulted in a dynamic rollover. |
| Aug 05, 2004 | Chesterfield, MO | N7036J | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning due to his selection of an unsuitable takeoff area and his failure to maintain clearance from the open hanga…The pilot's inadequate preflight planning due to his selection of an unsuitable takeoff area and his failure to maintain clearance from the open hangar door. A contributing factor was the open hangar door. |
| Feb 18, 2004 | Daytona Beach, FL | N323TC | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions while hover taxiing, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent in-flight collision wi…The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions while hover taxiing, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain and a rollover of the helicopter. A factor associated with the accident was a gusty wind condition. |
| May 17, 2003 | Lake Ozark, MO | N227G | Minor | substantial |
An inability to maintain control of the helicopter during the wind gust and brief tail wind. The ravine, wind gust and tailwind were contributing fac…An inability to maintain control of the helicopter during the wind gust and brief tail wind. The ravine, wind gust and tailwind were contributing factors to the accident. |
| Sep 29, 2002 | Del Rio, TX | N952LC | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter. A contributing factor was the reported gusting wind conditions. |
| Jul 13, 2002 | Bavaro, DR | HI-757CA | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |