Summary
On March 28, 2025, a Rotorway EXEC (N8318A) was involved in an incident near Chuluota, FL. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain lateral control of the helicopter during takeoff, which resulted in a dynamic rollover.
This incident is documented in NTSB report ERA25LA160. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N8318A.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain lateral control of the helicopter during takeoff, which resulted in a dynamic rollover.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA25LA160