Robinson R44 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 366 events recorded from 1993 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | Kumamoto Prefecture, OF | JA10KE | Serious (3) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 01, 2025 | Shelford, AS | VH-CTT | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 12, 2024 | Bilimbai, RS | RA-07358 | Serious (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 13, 2024 | Vilanova deL’Aguda, Lérida, OF | HB-ZII | Serious (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Nov 19, 2022 | Richmond, AS | VH-TKI | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 16, 2022 | Lost City, OF | VH-KOV | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 06, 2021 | Mikolajki, PL | SP-CCC | Serious (3) | unk | Investigation pending |
| Jun 12, 2021 | Auckland, OF | ZK-HVX | Serious (4) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 08, 2020 | Logan, IA | N89LA | Serious (1) | substantial |
The failure of the lower actuator bearing support brackets, which resulted in the misalignment of the clutch actuator, a loss of belt tension on the m…The failure of the lower actuator bearing support brackets, which resulted in the misalignment of the clutch actuator, a loss of belt tension on the main rotor drive system, and a subsequent forced landing. |
| Jul 31, 2020 | Steam Plains, AS | VH-HNF | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 28, 2019 | Sanford, ME | N21EH | Serious (1) | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain helicopter control while hover-taxiing in gusting wind conditions. |
| Sep 17, 2019 | Sardis, GA | N827JE | Serious (1) | substantial | Fatigue failure of the fasteners on the engine crankshaft, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and a subsequent forced landing. |
| Aug 26, 2019 | Veracruz, MX | XB-GIL | Serious (2) | — | Investigation pending |
| Aug 21, 2019 | Cypress Island, WA | N7186P | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a tree while maneuvering at a low altitude. |
| Jun 29, 2019 | Parsons, WV | N883TY | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's decision to maneuver the helicopter at low altitude over a river, which resulted in a wire strike and subsequent collision with terrain. |
| Mar 23, 2019 | Stavnes, NO | LN-OGF | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jan 02, 2019 | Santa Maria Island, FL | N772MG | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's loss of helicopter control while maneuvering at a low altitude after being struck in the head by a bird. |
| Oct 23, 2018 | Kaneohe, HI | N4132H | Serious (3) | substantial | The pilot’s sudden incapacitation from an undiagnosed heart condition during flight, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Jan 17, 2018 | Ayers Rock, AS | VH-HGX | Serious (2) | 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. |
| Aug 28, 2015 | Cheyenne, WY | N440SA | Serious (3) | substantial |
The pilot's improper preflight performance planning, which resulted in a hard landing due to low rotor rpm while operating near maximum gross weight i…The pilot's improper preflight performance planning, which resulted in a hard landing due to low rotor rpm while operating near maximum gross weight in high density altitude conditions. |
| Jul 05, 2014 | Novosheshminsk, Tatarstan, RS | RA-04288 | Serious (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jul 28, 2013 | Capron, IL | N9681R | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain main rotor speed while maneuvering at low altitude during an agricultural application flight, which resulted in an unc…The pilot's failure to maintain main rotor speed while maneuvering at low altitude during an agricultural application flight, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent into terrain. |
| Aug 23, 2010 | San Diego, CA | N7186Z | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to utilize carburetor heat during initial climb, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. |
| Oct 15, 2009 | La Belle, FL | N3038W | Serious (1) | substantial | The loss of main rotor rpm due to the failure of one or more of the drive belts for undetermined reasons. |
Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database.
NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type.
Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design.
This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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