Accident Brief DA-NWS-26674

Robinson R44 Helicopter Crashes Near Anthony, Florida; Two Injured

Robinson R44 helicopter reference aircraft photograph
Reference image of a Robinson R44 helicopter; this is not the accident aircraft or crash scene. Wikimedia Commons - Philippine Army (PA) Aviation Hiraya Regiment - Public domain.
Status Investigation Ongoing Updated Aug 25, 2026
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This report is compiled from the cited public sources and updated when verified information becomes available.

Developing report: This report separates confirmed information from details that remain under investigation. It is updated when reliable new information becomes available.

Accident quick facts

Accident date 2026-08-12
Local time 23:00
Location near Anthony, Florida
Aircraft Robinson R44 helicopter
People on board 2
Reported injuries 2 injured
Report status Investigation Ongoing

What happened

On August 12, 2026, a Robinson R44 helicopter crashed in a field near Anthony, Florida at approximately 11 p.m. local time. Two people were on board the helicopter at the time of the accident.

Aircraft and flight information

The aircraft involved was a Robinson R44 helicopter. Further details about the flight origin, destination, and operator have not been released.

Emergency response

Both occupants were injured and received medical treatment. The severity of their injuries has not been disclosed.

Investigation status

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has opened an investigation into the crash. Additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses.

What officials and reports have confirmed

  • Robinson R44 helicopter crashed near Anthony, Florida on August 12, 2026 at about 11 p.m. [1]
  • Two people on board were injured. [1]
  • FAA is investigating the accident. [1]

Accident and investigation timeline

  1. 2026-08-12 23:00 local: Robinson R44 helicopter crashed near Anthony, Florida [1]

What remains unknown

  • Cause of the crash
  • Details of operator and flight route
  • Exact injury details

Investigating agencies: FAA.

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