Accident to the Robinson R44 registered VH-HYR on 31/03/2026 at Yorke Island (Australia)
Forced landing, collision with ground
Responsible entity
Preliminary data based on the notification from the Australian authorities:
Shortly after take-off at 100 ft AGL, the low rotor RPM horn activated and the pilot conducted an emergency landing on the aerodrome. During the landing, the helicopter collided with terrain.