ENSTROM 280FX
Russellville, KY — July 27, 2024
Event Information
| Date | July 27, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA24LA327 |
| Event ID | 20240729194783 |
| Location | Russellville, KY |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 36.79961, -86.81092 |
| Airport | RUSSELLVILLE-LOGAN COUNTY |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | ENSTROM |
| Model | 280FX |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The flight instructor’s failure to maintain sufficient rotor rpm while maneuvering the helicopter low to the ground, which resulted in a loss of control.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.