N8889F
We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Safety history
- May 29, 1986Accident
THE PLT STATED THAT HE NOTED A 'LARGE VIBRATION' AFTER HE HAD TAKEN OFF. HE SUSPECTED A PSBL BIRD STRIKE OR BEARING FAILURE, & SUBSEQUENTLY, THE HELICOPTER CRASHED INTO TREES. ACCORDING TO THE PLT, THE ENG DID NOT FAIL; HOWEVER, WITNESSES SAW THE HELICOPTER FLYING AT LOW ALT BFR IT CRASHED & THEY THOUGHT THE ENG WAS LOSING POWER. APRX 1-1/2 QTS OF FUEL WAS FOUND IN THE FUEL TANK. NO EVIDENCE OF A FUEL LEAK OR SPILL WAS FOUND. A NUMBER OF MAINTENANCE DISCREPANCIESWERE NOTED, BUT NO PREIMPACT PART
- August 26, 1972Accident
Left Aircraft Unattended, Engine Running
- January 15, 1967Accident
Improper Operation Of Flight Controls; Spontaneous-Improper Action; Improper Compensation For Wind Conditions. Factors: Unfavorable Wind Conditions