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August 2, 2019 · Robinson R44 · DQ-HPT
Korotasere, Cakaudrove, FJ
Overview
Report Status
Factual report
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 2, 2019
Injury Outcomes
3 injuries (3 fatalities)
Location
Korotasere, Cakaudrove, FJ
Aircraft
Robinson R44
Tail Number
DQ-HPT
Injuries
Fatal
NTSB Number
WPR19WA234
On August 2, 2019, about 1830 local time, a Robinson R44 Helicopter, DQ-HPT, impacted the ocean about 4 nautical miles east of Korotasere, Cakaudrove, Fiji under unknown circumstances. The commercial pilot and two passengers are presumed to be fatally injured, and the helicopter was unable to be located. The helicopter was operated under the pertinent civil regulations of the government to Fiji. The Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji (CAAF) is investigating the accident. As state of manufacturer of the helicopter and engine, the NTSB has designated a US accredited representative to assist the CAAF in its investigation. The Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji Private Mail Bag Nap 0354 Nadi Airport Fiji Telephone: 679 672 1555 Email: info@caaf.org.fj FAX: 679 672 1500
Full Narrative
On August 2, 2019, about 1830 local time, a Robinson R44 Helicopter, DQ-HPT, impacted the ocean about 4 nautical miles east of Korotasere, Cakaudrove, Fiji under unknown circumstances. The commercial pilot and two passengers are presumed to be fatally injured, and the helicopter was unable to be located. The helicopter was operated under the pertinent civil regulations of the government to Fiji. The Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji (CAAF) is investigating the accident. As state of manufacturer of the helicopter and engine, the NTSB has designated a US accredited representative to assist the CAAF in its investigation. The Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji Private Mail Bag Nap 0354 Nadi Airport Fiji Telephone: 679 672 1555 Email: info@caaf.org.fj FAX: 679 672 1500
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:30
Nearest Airport0nm
Aircraft FireUnknown
Aircraft ExplosionUnknown
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson R44
Tail NumberDQ-HPT
Aircraft CategoryHeli
People & Injuries
Injury Summary3 injuries (3 fatalities)
Fatal3
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total3
Conditions
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0