N280D

Substantial
None

ENSTROM 280FXS/N: 2027

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, July 27, 2024
NTSB Number
ERA24LA327
Location
Russellville, KY
Event ID
20240729194783
Coordinates
36.799611, -86.810917
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The flight instructor’s failure to maintain sufficient rotor rpm while maneuvering the helicopter low to the ground, which resulted in a loss of control.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N280D
Make
ENSTROM
Serial Number
2027
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1988
Model / ICAO
280FXEN28
Aircraft Type
Rotorcraft
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
1707 RUN WAY
Status
Deregistered
City
MIDDLETOWN
State / Zip Code
OH 45042-2300
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA24LA327