Preliminary
1 fatal, 1 serious
Feb 1, 2025
HC-CQY crash at Pacific Ocean, Ecuador
Robinson R44 — Miscellaneous/other at Pacific Ocean, Ecuador
DateFeb 1, 2025
Tail numberHC-CQY
AircraftRobinson R44 · R44
LocationPacific Ocean, Ecuador
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationAerial observation
Injuries1 fatal, 1 serious
NTSB caseGAA25WA077
Report summary
Miscellaneous/other during takeoff Injuries: 1 fatal, 1 serious. N/A.
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