A small helicopter crashed in Roberts County on May 23, 2025 about 7.5 northwest of Miami. (Steve Douglass/KVII)
ROBERTS COUNTY, Texas — A small helicopter crashed in Roberts County, killing one person.
It happened around 7:20 a.m. off FM 2699, about 7.5 northwest of Miami.
The pilot, Travis Chester, 31, of Miami, was the only person on board.
According to the NTSB, the helicopter is a 2014 Robinson R44 Raven II similar to the one pictured above.
The Robinson R44 Raven II is a light, four-seat, single-engine helicopter known for its versatility and affordability. It offers a range of up to 348 nautical miles and a top speed of 149 mph.
Chester had used the helicopter to round up cattle on his ranch.
The cause of the crash remains undetermined.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will investigate.
