ENSTROM 280FX
Waterford, CA — March 15, 2025
Event Information
| Date | March 15, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR25LA112 |
| Event ID | 20250317199873 |
| Location | Waterford, CA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 37.66654, -120.66310 |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | ENSTROM |
| Model | 280FX |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | DEST |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from water while operating at a low altitude.
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.