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Date:
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time:
16:00 Local Time
Type of Aircraft:
Robinson R22
Owner/Operator:
Not specified
Registration:
Not specified
MSN:
Not specified
Year of Manufacture:
Not specified
Engine Model:
Not specified
Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: Not specified
Other Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Substantial
Location:
56 km 32 degrees from Roma Aerodrome, QLD – Australia
Phase:
Manoeuvring (Aerial Mustering Operations)
Nature:
Aerial Mustering
Departure Airport:
Not specified
Destination Airport:
Not specified
Confidence Rating:
Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities (ATSB)
Circumstances:
On March 29, 2025, a Robinson R22 helicopter was involved in an accident during aerial mustering operations approximately 56 kilometers northeast of Roma Aerodrome in Queensland, Australia. During manoeuvring, the aircraft collided with a fence and subsequently became partially submerged in floodwater.
The helicopter sustained substantial damage, though no fatalities or injuries were reported. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is investigating the incident to determine the cause of the collision and assess contributing factors, such as environmental conditions or operational challenges related to the aerial mustering activity.
Aerial mustering operations often involve low-altitude flight in challenging terrain, which can increase the risk of collisions with obstacles such as fences or vegetation. The ATSB’s findings may highlight safety recommendations for similar operations in flood-affected areas.
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.