Robinson R44 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 366 events recorded from 1993 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 24, 2009 | Netanya, Israel, IS | 4X-BDM | Fatal (4) | substantial |
The accident is under the jurisdiction of, and is being investigated, by the State of Israel, Ministry of Transport, Aviation Incidents and Accidents …The accident is under the jurisdiction of, and is being investigated, by the State of Israel, Ministry of Transport, Aviation Incidents and Accidents Investigation (AIAI). |
| Sep 14, 2009 | Perm, RS | RA-04289 | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 01, 2009 | Jackson, MS | N33PX | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm, for undetermined reasons. |
| Jul 20, 2009 | Tajima, JA | JA32CT | Fatal (2) | — | Investigation pending |
| Feb 19, 2009 | Tocumen, PM | HP-AM3 | Fatal (3) | destroyed |
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Panama. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Dire…The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Panama. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Direccion de Aeronautica Civil Apartados 7501 y 7615 Panama 5 http://www.aeronautica.gob.pa This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Panamanian Government. |
| Feb 10, 2009 | Budaors, HU | HA-MIX | Fatal (3) | substantial | N/A |
| Sep 21, 2008 | Kenosha, WI | N999ZD | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilots failure to maintain clearance from terrain resulting in an in-flight collision with a house. Contributing to the accident was the night ins…The pilots failure to maintain clearance from terrain resulting in an in-flight collision with a house. Contributing to the accident was the night instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and the pilot's lack of experience of flying in IMC. |
| Aug 29, 2008 | Ridgedale, MO | N41411 | Fatal (2) | destroyed | An in-flight loss of control for undetermined reasons. |
| Apr 28, 2008 | Bartlett, TX | N477SH | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain tail rotor clearance from terrain (embankment) during takeoff. |
| Feb 13, 2008 | Gascoyne Junc, AS | VH-ZDP | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jan 22, 2008 | Ochopee, FL | N18HB | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident were a tailwind condition and the pilot's inadequate…The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident were a tailwind condition and the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision. |
| Sep 09, 2007 | Johannesburg, SF | ZS-RWW | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 03, 2007 | Lancastershire, UK | GOSSI | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 02, 2007 | Easton, WA | N7531D | Fatal (4) | destroyed |
The pilot's improper planning/decision in attempting a downwind takeoff under high density altitude conditions that resulted in a loss of control and …The pilot's improper planning/decision in attempting a downwind takeoff under high density altitude conditions that resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident were the helicopter's gross weight in excess of the maximum hover out of ground effect limit, a high density altitude, and the gusty tailwind. |
| Jul 28, 2007 | Izhevsk, RS | RA-04203 | Fatal (5) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Mar 27, 2007 | Ponte Vedra Bch, FL | N744SH | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
the mechanic's improper installation of the attachment hardware for the servo to swashplate push-pull tube joint which resulted in a disconnection, su…the mechanic's improper installation of the attachment hardware for the servo to swashplate push-pull tube joint which resulted in a disconnection, subsequent loss of control, and impact with terrain. Contributing factors were the company management's inadequate surveillance and enforcement of maintenance procedures, the excessive maintenance workload due to inadequate staffing of maintenance personnel, and the insufficient management of maintenance tasks. |
| Dec 01, 2006 | Nadi, FJ | DQ-IHE | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Oct 11, 2006 | Sosua, DR | HI-803CT | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Oct 08, 2006 | Sumner, WA | N769RT | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The complete loss of engine power, for undetermined reasons, while on final approach, and the pilot's loss of control of the helicopter after the powe…The complete loss of engine power, for undetermined reasons, while on final approach, and the pilot's loss of control of the helicopter after the power loss. Factors include a lake below the final approach to the private landing pad. |
| Aug 13, 2006 | Warrenton, OR | N168PT | Fatal (3) | destroyed |
The pilot's intentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions while maneuvering which resulted in an in flight collision with terrain/water…The pilot's intentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions while maneuvering which resulted in an in flight collision with terrain/water. |
| May 01, 2006 | Desert Center, CA | C-FICL | Fatal (2) | destroyed | a loss of control and the divergence of the main rotor blade system from its normal rotational path for undetermined reasons. |
| Apr 13, 2006 | Fredericksburg, TX | N123CK | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines. Contributing factors were the dusk light condition and the pilot's non-compliance wit…The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines. Contributing factors were the dusk light condition and the pilot's non-compliance with standard taxi and takeoff procedures. |
| Feb 21, 2006 | Gunpowder, AS | VH-HBS | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 07, 2006 | Minden, NV | N447SH | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The divergence of the main rotor from its normal plane of rotation for an undetermined reason, which resulted in main rotor/tail boom contact and loss…The divergence of the main rotor from its normal plane of rotation for an undetermined reason, which resulted in main rotor/tail boom contact and loss of control. |
| Feb 06, 2006 | Helena, MT | N7085U | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot's intentional suicide. The unauthorized use of a helicopter and impairment by alcohol were factors. |