🇬🇹Helicopter incidents in Guatemala
35 helicopter incidents recorded in Guatemala from our database, sourced from NTSB records, news reports, and official investigation authorities.
How many helicopter crashes have there been in Guatemala?
This database records 35 helicopter incidents in Guatemala, the earliest in 2010 and the most recent in 2026. 2 have been recorded so far in 2026. The worst single year was 2024, with 7 incidents.
How many people have died in helicopter crashes in Guatemala?
19 deaths across 9 fatal accidents, which is 26% of all incidents recorded here. Every other accident in Guatemala was survived by everyone on board. The deadliest was on 2017-02-07 at Guatemala City, which killed 4.
Which helicopters crash most often in Guatemala?
The most frequently recorded type is the Robinson R44 II with 4 incidents, followed by the Bell 206B III with 4. That reflects how many of each type fly in Guatemala rather than how safe they are.
What causes helicopter crashes in Guatemala?
Where a cause has been established, the most common is pilot error, in 11 accidents, then mechanical failure in 5. Many records carry no established cause, either because the investigation is open or because none was published.