Schweizer 269C Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 211 events recorded from 1985 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2025 | Mogadore, OH | N262LH | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot’s decision to fly at low altitude, at night, and over water, which resulted in the helicopter’s collision with power lines. |
| Jul 27, 2024 | West Carthage, NY | N61486 | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 30, 2020 | Ozark, AL | N9421P | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the flight school’s inadequate maintenance of the helicopter’s f…A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the flight school’s inadequate maintenance of the helicopter’s fuel quantity and caution systems. |
| Sep 08, 2017 | Medford, NJ | N204HF | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The pilot's early entry into and failure to maintain rotor rpm during a forced landing autorotation after performing an engine shutdown in flight, whi…The pilot's early entry into and failure to maintain rotor rpm during a forced landing autorotation after performing an engine shutdown in flight, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent. Contributing to the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel to properly rig the throttle control tie-rod assembly, which resulted in an in-flight separation of the assembly and rendered control of engine rpm impossible. |
| Aug 03, 2016 | Jeanerette, LA | N1549W | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's loss of helicopter control for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence. |
| Jul 02, 2015 | Newberg, OR | N2096W | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The loss of translation/rotational power between the engine and the transmission due to the severe wear of the forward spline portion of the lower cou…The loss of translation/rotational power between the engine and the transmission due to the severe wear of the forward spline portion of the lower coupling drive shaft. The reason for the severe wear of the forward spline could not be definitively determined due to fire damage and the loss of associated components, which were not located during the investigation. |
| Dec 04, 2014 | Ponte de Sôr, PO | CS-HFD | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jun 13, 2014 | Cerfontaine, Belgium, BE | OO-JCS | Fatal (1) | destroyed | <br /><br /> |
| Jul 25, 2010 | Saint Gondon, FR | F-GJGQ | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 26, 2010 | Boxborough, MA | N73SJ | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The FAA inspector's rapid reduction of power which resulted in a loss of engine power and his decision to initiate a turn during the autorotation with…The FAA inspector's rapid reduction of power which resulted in a loss of engine power and his decision to initiate a turn during the autorotation without sufficient altitude to clear obstacles. Contributing to the accident was the FAA’s lack of comprehensive currency requirements in the make and model helicopter and the inspector's specific limited recent flight experience related to this make and model helicopter. |
| Sep 22, 2009 | Blackpool, UK | G-LINX | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 01, 2009 | Kilshanchoe, EI | EI-CZL | Fatal (2) | destroyed | This is under the jurisdiction and control of the Irish government. |
| Feb 25, 2006 | Valencia, CA | N61466 | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The certified flight instructor's failure to maintain an adequate clearance from objects. |
| Oct 18, 2003 | Fenton, MI | N456JP | Fatal (1) | substantial | The intentional low altitude flight maneuvering and the ostentatious display by the pilot. The water was a factor to the accident. |
| Jan 04, 2003 | Collinsville, CA | N98TH | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain main rotor rpm during the subsequent autorotation. A factor in t…A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain main rotor rpm during the subsequent autorotation. A factor in the accident was the unsuitable nature of the terrain for a forced landing. |
| Jun 06, 2002 | Paderborn-Lipsd, GE | D-HMIN | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 05, 2001 | Waterloo, IN | N6129M | Fatal (2) | substantial | Aircraft control not maintained for undetermined reasons. |
| Jun 13, 2000 | TOPEKA, KS | N9488F | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
the pilot's failure to maintain translational lift while maneuvering, and the loss of tail rotor effectiveness. Factors relating to this accident were…the pilot's failure to maintain translational lift while maneuvering, and the loss of tail rotor effectiveness. Factors relating to this accident were the tailwind, low airspeed, low rotor rpm, and the pilot's lack of overall experience in helicopters. |
| Aug 08, 1999 | WESTPORT, OR | N383T | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain. Factors include low clouds and visibility and near-night light conditions. |
| Nov 04, 1998 | BALTIMORE, MD | N2100B | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
inadequate assembly instructions from the engine manufacturer which resulted in improper engine assembly, and subsequent power loss over unsuitable te…inadequate assembly instructions from the engine manufacturer which resulted in improper engine assembly, and subsequent power loss over unsuitable terrain, with insufficient altitude for a successful autorotation. |
| Mar 22, 1996 | ONTARIO, CA | N155T | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot's decision to attempt a VFR descent into instrument meteorological conditions resulting in spatial disorientation. |
| Nov 11, 1994 | VALENCIA, CA | N60TA | Fatal (1) | destroyed | the pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a dirt embankment while performing an undetermined maneuver. |
| Dec 02, 1992 | KANSAS CITY, MO | N640KC | Fatal (2) | destroyed | THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S MISJUDGING THE DISTANCE DURING THE AUTOROTATION. |
| Sep 12, 1991 | KAHULUI, HI | N6128Q | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
THE STUDENT PILOT ENTRY INTO AN UNCONTROLLED DESCENT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PERFORM AN AUTOROTATION. THE STUDENT PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE WAS A F…THE STUDENT PILOT ENTRY INTO AN UNCONTROLLED DESCENT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PERFORM AN AUTOROTATION. THE STUDENT PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE WAS A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT. |