February 11, 2026

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Date:
Friday 6 February 2026

Time:
10:15

Type of Aircraft:
Robinson R22

Owner/Operator:
Not specified

Registration:
VH-…

MSN:
Not specified

Year of Manufacture:
Not specified

Engine Model:
Not specified

Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 1

Other Fatalities:
0

Aircraft Damage:
Substantial

Category:
Accident

Location:
56.1 km 263 degrees from Coonamble Aerodrome, NSW – Australia

Phase:
Manoeuvring

Nature:
Agricultural

Departure Airport:
Not specified

Destination Airport:
Not specified

Investigating Agency:
ATSB

Confidence Rating:
Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities

Circumstances:

The incident occurred at 10:15 on Friday 6 February 2026 involving a Robinson R22 helicopter registered VH-….

According to the published narrative, the helicopter was conducting aerial mustering when it lost lift and collided with terrain.

The helicopter sustained substantial damage. The pilot received minor injuries. No fatalities were reported and there were no other fatalities.

Sources:
ATSB; Aviation Safety Network (ASN) Aviation Safety WikiBase

Carter Capner Law monitors accidents involving light aircraft, helicopters, charter flights, balloons, commuter aircraft and airlines throughout Australia and overseas to spotlight safety issues of concern to our clients and to demonstrate those situations in which they may have a right to an insurance or compensation recovery. We act for pilots, passengers, operators, aircraft owners and aviation employees worldwide. Call today on 1300 529 529 or click here to reach Carter Capner Law. Click on Client Showcase to view our history of aircraft accident compensation claims.