Summary
On April 09, 2024, a Robinson Helicopter Company R44 II (N331EL) was involved in an incident near South Kingstown, RI. All 2 people aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water while maneuvering at low altitude.
This incident is documented in NTSB report ERA24LA171. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N331EL.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water while maneuvering at low altitude.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA24LA171