Composite FX Mosquito XE
Waco, TX — November 11, 2024
Event Information
| Date | November 11, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN25LA038 |
| Event ID | 20241112195474 |
| Location | Waco, TX |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 31.50675, -97.30459 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Composite FX |
| Model | Mosquito XE |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The total loss of engine power and subsequent impact with terrain during an autorotation. Contributing to the accident was the improper sealing of the liquid cooling system.
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.