Robinson R44 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 366 events recorded from 1993 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 05, 2017 | Dubovaya Balka, RS | RA-04308 | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 08, 2017 | Namur, BE | OO-FLY | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 08, 2017 | Gramzda, LG | YL-HBH | Fatal (1) | — | Investigation pending |
| Oct 01, 2017 | Campbell River, CA | C-FMBO | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 28, 2017 | Cape Town, SF | ZS-OSL | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 02, 2017 | Puerto Chiapas, MX | XB-MWZ | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 03, 2017 | Bella Vista, CA | N488AS | Serious (2) | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power during low-altitude maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examinations of the engin…A partial loss of engine power during low-altitude maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examinations of the engine and airframe revealed no evidence of any preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. |
| May 19, 2017 | Heilbron, SF | ZS-HFF | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 04, 2017 | Beloretsk, RS | RA-04156 | Fatal (3) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 27, 2017 | Newton, NC | N728CB | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during out-of-ground-effect maneuvering at a low airspeed with a tailwind, which resulted in a lo…The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during out-of-ground-effect maneuvering at a low airspeed with a tailwind, which resulted in a loss of helicopter control due to a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. |
| Apr 20, 2017 | Orlando, FL | N899GB | Incident | substantial |
A partial failure of the helicopter's engine tachometer due to the separation of one of the magnet assemblies and engine roughness, which precipitated…A partial failure of the helicopter's engine tachometer due to the separation of one of the magnet assemblies and engine roughness, which precipitated the pilot’s initiation of an off-airport autorotation, during which he applied improper aft cyclic flight control input, which was contrary to the Pilot’s Operating Handbook. The reason for the reported engine roughness could not be determined during postaccident examination and engine test-runs. |
| Jan 21, 2017 | Salinas Victoria, MX | XA-CSJ | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Dec 11, 2016 | Juhu, IN | VT-PHB | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Nov 28, 2016 | Vinogradny Township, RS | RA-04195 | Fatal (3) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Nov 18, 2016 | Mount Windsor, AS | VH-ZNZ | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Oct 30, 2016 | Kamo, New Zealand, NZ | ZK-HTH | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Oct 23, 2016 | Baleisky, RS | RA-04347 | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 26, 2016 | Kailua/Kona, HI | N74805 | Incident | substantial |
An on-ground upset for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the helicopter revealed no evidence of mechanical malf…An on-ground upset for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the helicopter revealed no evidence of mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Aug 16, 2016 | Czech Republic, EZ | OK-GES | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 03, 2016 | Lusikisuki, near Port John, Eastern Cape Province, SF | ZS-RXW | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jun 13, 2016 | Manchester, UK | G-BZGO | Incident | minor | Investigation pending |
| May 03, 2016 | Avacha`, RS | RA-2118G | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 27, 2016 | Pretoria, SF | ZS-RXD | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 27, 2016 | Canadensis, PA | N776JM | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The pilot's loss of control due to spatial disorientation, which occurred after ascending in order to clear rising terrain and inadvertently entering …The pilot's loss of control due to spatial disorientation, which occurred after ascending in order to clear rising terrain and inadvertently entering the clouds. |
| Mar 23, 2016 | Oak Island, NC | N843JB | Minor | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain a stabilized hover, resulting in a loss of control and an impact with terrain. |