How many accidents has the Rotorway Exec 162F had?

The NTSB has recorded 10 events involving the Rotorway Exec 162F: 3 fatal, 1 serious, 1 minor injuries, and 5 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Rotorway Exec 162F a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Rotorway Exec 162F has 10 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Rotorway Exec 162F Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 10 events recorded from 2000 to 2021.

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Fatal (4 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Sep 10, 2020	Kenansville, FL	N57AN	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter during takeoff.
Jun 21, 2014	Mt. Comfort, IN	N6828D	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s installation of an unauthorized main rotor belt and his subsequent failure to properly inspect the belt, which resulted in inadequate belt… The pilot’s installation of an unauthorized main rotor belt and his subsequent failure to properly inspect the belt, which resulted in inadequate belt tension, the belt’s failure, and the subsequent loss of engine power.
May 15, 2003	Longview, TX	N212DP	Incident	substantial	The failure of the engine ignition system for undetermined reasons resulting in a loss of engine power. A contributing factor was the lack of suitabl… The failure of the engine ignition system for undetermined reasons resulting in a loss of engine power. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for an auto rotational landing.
Jun 17, 2002	Concord, NC	N588JR	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper use of cyclic while attempting a hover resulting in dynamic rollover.
Apr 06, 2000	CHANDLER, AZ	N21901	Incident	substantial	The inadequate maintenance inspection of the secondary shaft which resulted in its fatigue failure that emanated from a corroded circumferential score… The inadequate maintenance inspection of the secondary shaft which resulted in its fatigue failure that emanated from a corroded circumferential score mark. A factor was the fence that the pilot flared to avoid, resulting in a hard landing.

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.

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Rotorway Exec 162F Safety Record

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