Aircraft Description
N99579 is a Hiller OH-23G, a single-engine reciprocating (piston) aircraft registered to Sale Reported in Geyser, MT. The aircraft is configured with 4 seats. The aircraft's Mode S transponder code is ADE8A5 (hex), used for ADS-B identification and flight tracking. The FAA registry record for N99579 was last updated on March 13, 2026. AviatorDB monitors aircraft positions through ADS-B surveillance data and updates records as new position data is received.
Hiller is an aircraft manufacturer with aircraft registered in the FAA database tracked by AviatorDB. AviatorDB tracks 261 Hiller aircraft currently registered in the FAA database, including the OH-23G model.
AviatorDB has found no NTSB accident or incident reports involving N99579. AviatorDB cross-references all FAA registration data with NTSB accident and incident reports, providing a comprehensive safety overview for every registered aircraft in the United States.
Registered Owner
Powerplant & Avionics
NTSB Accident History (1)
| Date | NTSB # | Damage | Highest Injury | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2011 | WPR11LA282 | Substantial | None | The separation of the tail rotor drive gear shaft due to torsional fatigue of its threaded portion, which resulted in a loss of tail rotor control. |
Additional Details
Data Source
Data provided by the US Federal Aviation Administration. View on FAA.gov
Last updated: 2026-05-01 01:32:20 UTC