Hughes 269 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 390 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2015 | Atlanta, TX | N58397 | Incident | substantial | The non-helicopter rated pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in impact with terrain. |
| Jul 01, 2015 | Asotin, WA | N9490F | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from power lines while maneuvering in a canyon. |
| Feb 06, 2015 | Oresten, SW | N90584 | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 11, 2014 | Darrington, WA | N7432F | Incident | substantial |
Maintenance personnel’s failure to secure the throttle mount bracket during a recent engine installation, which resulted in the loss of throttle movem…Maintenance personnel’s failure to secure the throttle mount bracket during a recent engine installation, which resulted in the loss of throttle movement and an inability to control engine power. |
| Apr 25, 2014 | Cleburne, TX | N90636 | Minor | substantial |
The student pilot's failure to maintain tail rotor clearance from terrain while transitioning to a hover taxi and the instructor pilot's inadequate re…The student pilot's failure to maintain tail rotor clearance from terrain while transitioning to a hover taxi and the instructor pilot's inadequate remedial action to prevent the impending tail rotor contact. |
| Jul 23, 2013 | Lewiston, ID | N9484F | Incident | substantial | The pilot's incorrect application of the cyclic control during the landing. |
| Mar 25, 2013 | Rialto, CA | N90570 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain helicopter control while maneuvering in a hover. |
| Sep 19, 2012 | Mc Cool Junction, NE | N37754 | Incident | substantial |
The flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the student pilot’s entry into the autorotation, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to t…The flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the student pilot’s entry into the autorotation, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power as a result of the student pilot rapidly lowering the helicopter’s collective and the partly obstructed air filter. |
| Jul 24, 2012 | St. Petersburg, FL | N9679F | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to assure that the lateral friction control was released prior to flight. |
| May 02, 2012 | Phoenix, AZ | N380TL | Serious (1) | substantial |
A loss of tail rotor drive due to a fatigue failure of the main transmission pinion, which resulted in a loss of directional control during cruise fli…A loss of tail rotor drive due to a fatigue failure of the main transmission pinion, which resulted in a loss of directional control during cruise flight. |
| Apr 17, 2012 | Grinnell, IA | N69HJ | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper liftoff technique, which resulted in ground resonance, and the pilot's delayed recognition of the ground resonance. |
| Oct 14, 2011 | Fort Worth, TX | N10375 | Incident | substantial | The inadvertent entry into ground resonance after a hovering autorotation. |
| Sep 22, 2011 | Ramona, CA | N1088Y | Incident | substantial |
The flight instructor’s failure to follow the proper procedure while demonstrating a practice autorotation, which resulted in a total loss of engine p…The flight instructor’s failure to follow the proper procedure while demonstrating a practice autorotation, which resulted in a total loss of engine power and subsequent hard landing. |
| Jul 12, 2011 | Wenatchee, WA | N3623Z | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control while hovering out of ground effect at low altitude, which resulted in the helicopter settling into trees. |
| Apr 29, 2011 | Edgerton, IN | N9561F | Incident | substantial |
A loss of clearance between the tail rotor drive shaft and the tailboom bulkhead for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the overstress failure of…A loss of clearance between the tail rotor drive shaft and the tailboom bulkhead for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the overstress failure of the drive shaft. |
| Aug 07, 2010 | Lakeview, MI | N11XC | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's excessive descent angle during landing approach, which resulted in a settling with power condition. |
| Jun 01, 2010 | Cannon Falls, MN | N8897F | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain rotor speed during the autorotation, which resulted in an excessive sink rate and a hard landing. |
| Sep 02, 2009 | Arapahoe, NE | N58163 | Incident | substantial | A sudden vibration for undetermined reasons. |
| Mar 11, 2009 | El Indio, TX | N64731 | Serious (2) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while attempting to land on a transport trailer in heavy rain and gusting winds. |
| Aug 23, 2008 | Bremen, OH | N2256W | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient main rotor speed during the quick-stop maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the drainage ditch. |
| Jul 15, 2008 | Salesville, AR | N469E | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the crossing transmission line. |
| Jun 15, 2008 | Cook, MN | N9357F | Minor | substantial | The pilot not maintaining tail rotor effectiveness while turning in cruise. |
| Apr 27, 2008 | Lincoln, NE | N1020Q | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to properly execute a steep approach, which resulted in a tail strike and a loss of control. |
| Apr 23, 2008 | Killeen, TX | N9064N | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain main rotor RPM and a safe rate of descent during the autorotation. A contributing factor was the gusty winds. |
| Mar 21, 2008 | Franklin Furnac, OH | N9333V | Incident | substantial | The fuel exhaustion during cruise flight and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot-in-command. A contributing factor was the trees. |