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
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