Robinson R44
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The pilot of a Robinson R44 reported a change in wind direction and a sinking sensation shortly after departing near Katherine on 22 September 2026. During an attempted landing near Tindal, the tail rotor contacted a tree and the helicopter struck the ground. The ATSB occurrence brief records four people aboard and no investigation. Its approximate local time differs from ASN’s clock time, for which ASN gives no timezone.
| Date | Tuesday 22 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | 1:45pm |
| Aircraft | Robinson R44 |
| Flight | Not specified |
| Departed | Katherine, NT |
| Destination | Near Moroak Station, NT |
| Phase of flight | Initial climb / attempted landing |
| Location | Near Tindal, NT |
| Damage | Substantial |
|---|---|
| Occupants | 4 |
| Fatalities | 0 |
| Investigation | ATSB occurrence brief AB-2026-052, no investigation conducted |
| Status | Final |
| Published | 22 September 2026 |
| Updated | 22 October 2026 |
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