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The following statement can be attributed to ATSB Chief Commissioner Angus Mitchell:
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has commenced a transport safety investigation into the collision with terrain of a four-seat Robinson R44 helicopter at a station at Bingegang, 140 km west of Rockhampton, Queensland, on Tuesday.
ATSB investigators have now commenced early evidence collection and assessment activities, including gathering information from first responders and other stakeholders, to inform the scope of investigation activities.
Investigators will also seek to obtain and review any recorded data, weather information, witness reports, and aircraft maintenance records, and will review pilot qualifications and experience.