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Date:
Tuesday 31 March 2026
Time:
Not specified
Type of Aircraft:
Robinson R44 II (Silhouette image of generic R44 model; specific model in this crash may look slightly different)
Owner/Operator:
Specialised Aviation Services
Registration:
VH-HYR
MSN:
1031
Year of Manufacture:
Not specified
Engine Model:
Not specified
Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 1
Other Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Substantial
Category:
Accident
Location:
near Yorke Island Airport, QLD (OKR/YYKI) – Australia
Phase:
Initial climb
Nature:
Not specified
Departure Airport:
Yorke Island Airport, QLD (OKR/YYKI)
Destination Airport:
Not specified – Not specified
Investigating Agency:
ATSB
Confidence Rating:
Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities
Circumstances:
The helicopter departed Yorke Island Airport in Queensland and was in the initial climb phase when the low rotor RPM horn activated shortly after take-off.
In response, the pilot conducted an emergency landing. During the landing sequence, the helicopter collided with terrain near the airport.
The Robinson R44 II sustained substantial damage in the occurrence. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, sustained serious injuries.
Sources:
https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2026/report/ao-2026-069
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.