# FAA incident reports: Enstrom F-28C A list on [Enstrom F-28C](https://openairdocs.org/model/enstrom-f-28c.md). Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first. Page 1 of 3 · 140 reports - [Accident 20260202007429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260202007429A.md): N5692Y · Leeds, UT · Feb 2, 2026 · N5692Y · Substantial damage > Witnesses saw the pilot attempting to take off from his driveway for a local flight. The helicopter lifted off into a hover, which witnesses described as "unstable," prompting the pilot to land. They then heard an increase in main rotor RPM, followed by a… - [Accident 20230305001809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230305001809A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Anchorage, AK · Mar 5, 2023 · N5688R · Substantial damage > On March 5, 2023, about 1400 Alaska standard time, an Enstrom F-28C helicopter, [privacy data omitted] sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident in Anchorage, Alaska. The pilot and passengers were not injured. The helicopter was… - [Accident 20210908015469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210908015469A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Toughkenamon, PA · Sep 8, 2021 · N51789 · Substantial damage > Pilot was hovering helicopter in a left to right crosswind. The pilot stated that he did not obtain a weather brief that day. He experienced tail rotor vortex ring state in the crosswind. (Loss of tail rotor effectiveness) The helicopter continued in a right… - [Incident 20190813015889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190813015889I.md): Enstrom F-28C · Marion, IA · Aug 13, 2019 · N35ZE · Minor damage > The pilot was circling to the right at approximately 100? AGL with forward speed of 20-30 knots. Entering the downwind side of a turn the helicopter was unable to maintain rotor RPM in the green arc. The pilot stated he was at full throttle with forward… - [Accident 20181007019559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181007019559A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Bridgeville, DE · Oct 7, 2018 · N5691Y · Substantial damage > Narrative: Facts or sequence of events that are relevant to the accident. From a position on the ground, the pilot increased throttle while increasing collective and commencing a climbing turn to the left- beginning an acceleration to climb. Starting climb,… - [Accident 20170719009939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170719009939A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Ontario, CA · Jul 19, 2017 · N5697B · Substantial damage > The pilot was on final approach to Chino Airport (cno). The pilot established a 100 foot descent rate and noticed the engine RPM was slightly above 2900 rpm's. the pilot reduced the throttle slightly to bring the engine rpm's back to 2900 RPM and keep the… - [Accident 20150614009209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150614009209A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Romeoville, IL · Jun 14, 2015 · N51778 · Substantial damage > Instructor with an airplane rated student returned from a local flight. Hovering was being taught. Student was performing pedal turns. At some point, the instructor noticed the RPM was low and took the controls from the student. The helicopter drifted… - [Accident 20150313002269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150313002269A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Shelby, MT · Mar 13, 2015 · N5688N · Substantial damage > On March 13, 2015 at 1800 MST, a Enstrom F-28C impacted the ground 10 miles south of Shelby Montana behind a farmers house while hovering. Visual meteorlogical conditions prevailed at the time. The aircraft was substantially damaged. Two soles on board,there… - [Accident 20130927018949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130927018949A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Bloomsburg, PA · Sep 27, 2013 · N631DP · No damage · 1 fatal > Helicopter operator giving rides at local fair was in the process of a crew change (single pilot). Aircraft was on ground with the engine running and the main rotor blades turning (clutch not engaged). The exiting pilot (victim) got out of helicopter, while… - [Accident 20130423008929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130423008929A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Lanesboro, IA · Apr 23, 2013 · N51767 · Substantial damage > The aircraft was conducting an aerial survey contracted by the Iowa department of natural resources (dnr). The purpose of the survey was to conduct a statewide count of geese. The pilot was accompanied in the aircraft by a wildlife biologist employed by the… - [Accident 20121207027019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121207027019A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Abilene, TX · Dec 7, 2012 · N574H · Substantial damage > CFI was completing a dual cross country flight after a stop in brownwood for lunch before returned to Abilene, Texas (abi). Engine lost power, in cruise flight 2 miles east of abi because of fuel exhaustion. The engine faltered and started sputtering and… - [Accident 20120220001709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120220001709A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Kalispell, MT · Feb 20, 2012 · N51727 · Substantial damage > On February 20, 2012, about 1030 MST, an Enstrom F-28C helicopter, N51727, was substantially damaged following a loss of power and impact with terrain at the Kalispell City Airport (S27), Kalispell, MT. The instructor and student pilot were not injured. The… - [Accident 20110623011789A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110623011789A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Blair, NE · Jun 23, 2011 · N5694A · Substantial damage > Pilot and observer were conducting powerline patrol at 150 foot AGL. The pilot heard and felt a loud bang, followed by high vibrations and total loss of tail rotor control. During the emergency landing, the left skid hit the ground first, causing the… - [Accident 20110226007779A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110226007779A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Fort Pierce, FL · Feb 26, 2011 · N5689B · Substantial damage > The operater was performing helicopter rides at the st. lucie county fair. While performing his 18th ride in a row, on departure at approximately 250 feet the engine began to sputter and to loose power. The pilot turned to return to the point of take-off. At… - [Accident 20100206026929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100206026929A.md): Enstrom F-28C · Ft Pierce, FL · Feb 6, 2010 · N426KA · Substantial damage > On February 6, 2010, at 11:20 local time an Enstrom F28C, registered to [privacy data omitted] collided with the bank of a dry retention pond and the aircraft tipped forward and the rotor blades struck the ground and the aircraft rolled over onto its right… - [Accident 20080418832179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080418832179A.md): Enstrm F28C · Mosby, MO · Apr 18, 2008 · N56895 · Destroyed > (-23) While on left base to runway 18, the pilot experienced an engine failure. He immediately lowered the collective to initiate an autorotation. After lowering the collective completely down, the engine came back to full power. He then raised the collective… - [Accident 20051011027549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051011027549A.md): Enstrm F28C · Smoketown, PA · Oct 11, 2005 · N51772 · Substantial damage > (-23) Solo student pilot conducting 360 degree hovering turns did not control the helicopter direction with anti-torque pedals. - [Accident 20050413006649A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050413006649A.md): Enstrm F28C · Morrison, CO · Apr 13, 2005 · N5690K · Substantial damage > (-23) On April 13, 2005, at 17:00 MDT, N5690K, an Enstrom F-28C helicopter hit the landing pad at mount Morrison on landing. The PIC had a total of 113 hours and received his private pilot, rotorcraft helicopter rating on February 14, 2005. According to the… - [Accident 20041117028899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20041117028899A.md): Enstrm F28C · Panama City, FL · Nov 17, 2004 · N595H · Substantial damage > (-23) Pilot stated he ran out of gas, also during the autorotation aircraft landed hard, tailboom broke off, skids broke, main rotor blades were destroyed. - [Incident 20031022029979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031022029979I.md): Enstrm F28C · Lapeer, MI · Oct 22, 2003 · N77HX > (-23) The tail rotor pitch control cable for the right pedal broke just forward of the tail rotor gear box. - [Accident 20030802028769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030802028769A.md): Enstrm F28C · Kankakee, IL · Aug 2, 2003 · N15SA · Substantial damage > (-23) During landing the pilot stated he lowered the collective while on firm and level ground and then the main rotorblades contacted the tailrotor drive shaft. [privacy data omitted] Under conditions of normal RPM and level terrain, the rotor could not… - [Accident 20030720036789A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030720036789A.md): Enstrm F28C · Waverly, IA · Jul 20, 2003 · N51699 · Substantial damage > (-23) As reported by the pilot, shortly after the accident. The helicopter took off from a Waverly parking lot, giving local area rides. At approx. 200' to 300' AGL, pilot noticed a severe vibration. Pilot made emergency landing. The main rotor blades hit the… - [Accident 20021122033139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021122033139A.md): Enstrm F28C · Morrison, CO · Nov 22, 2002 · N552CS · Substantial damage > (-23) Pilot was attempting a landing at a helipad located at the fort restaurant in Morrison, CO. On approach the pilot was unable to distinguish the flag on top of the restaurant which he had intended to use for wind direction indication. Pilot initiated a… - [Accident 20020610013889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020610013889A.md): Enstrm F28C · Medicinebow, WY · Jun 10, 2002 · N5694Z · No damage > (-23) The pilot was about 100 feet above the ground making a down wind turn when the helicopter lost power. He then went into autorotation and impacted the ground hard. - [Accident 20020519013559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020519013559A.md): Enstrm F28C · Stockton, CA · May 19, 2002 · N51716 · No damage > (-23) After being refueled, pilot lifted rotorcraft off from landing zone and hovered for a short period of time, negotiating a slight backwards movement to avoid powerlines in front of the landing zone. Abrupt crosswind caused the rotorcraft to move to the… - [Accident 20020420007659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020420007659A.md): Enstrm F28C · Hotsprings, MT · Apr 20, 2002 · N51769 · No damage > (-23) Pilot stated that, after takeoff from a field near hot springs, MT, the helicopter began to settle back toward the ground. He thought the wind might have shifted from nose to tail. He said there was insufficient power to maintain flight, and he landed… - [Incident 20011229033859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20011229033859I.md): Enstrm F28C · Dover, DE · Dec 29, 2001 · N15SA · Minor damage > (-23) Pilot was flying at 1800 ft. when he heard a noise coming from the engine. He then detected a burnt rubber odor. With that the pilot autorotated and began a descent, landing in a field. GPS position n 39.08.83 w 75.34.59. Mechanical failure is cause for… - [Accident 20010529014579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010529014579A.md): Enstrm F28C · Elizabeth, CO · May 29, 2001 · N83GT · No damage > (-23) Pilot was demonstrating steep approach from 6700 MSL. When throttle was added at about 100 feet AGL, there was no response. Autorotation was completed in a field just short of intended landing point. Main rotor severed tail. Engine inspection after… - [Accident 20010318003939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010318003939A.md): Enstrm F28C · Hollister, CA · Mar 18, 2001 · N637H · No damage > (.19) On March 18, 2001, at 1345 PST, an Enstrom F-28C, N637H, experienced a tail rotor strike, and rolled over, starting a fire in Hollister, California. The helicopter was destroyed; however, the certificated private pilot and passenger received only minor… - [Incident 20010316004849I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010316004849I.md): Enstrm F28C · Council Bluffs, IA · Mar 16, 2001 · N51789 · Minor damage > (-23) After departure from taxiway 31 the a/c turned and climbed high enough to clear trees. After clearing the trees the a/c descended while flying across an open field. The a/c struck power wires which supplied power to a single trailer house adjacent to… - [Accident 20010310004519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010310004519A.md): Enstrm F28C · Orlando, FL · Mar 10, 2001 · N5687H · Destroyed > (-23) On Saturday evening, March 10, 2001, at approx. 20:15 EST, pilot [privacy data omitted]piloted his Enstrom F28C-2 helicopter on a sight-seeing tour with two passengers. At 250-300 feet altitude, the engine began to run rough and smoke was coming from… - [Accident 20000630005329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000630005329A.md): Enstrm F28C · Ravenna, OH · Jun 30, 2000 · N20PZ · No damage > (-23) Helicopter crashed while attempting to land on runway 27 between runway lights #3 & #4. The helicopter rolled onto it's right side in the grass area just south of the runway hard surface. - [Accident 20000608008779A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000608008779A.md): Enstrm F28C · Kennewick, WA · Jun 8, 2000 · N80193 · No damage > (-23) The pilot was hired to hover his heli over cherry trees to dry them off from a recent rain. In the process he stated that he experienced what appeared to be a loss of power. During subsequent investigation he later concluded that he had manuevered the… - [Accident 19991102030769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991102030769A.md): Enstrm F28C · Pendleton, OR · Nov 2, 1999 · N635H · Destroyed · 1 fatal > (.19) On November 2, 1999, at 1532 pacific standard time, an Enstrom F28C helicopter, N635H, was destroyed when it sustained a tail rotor blade strike during a solo instructional flight at Pendleton airport, Pendleton, Oregon. The airline transport pilot, who… - [Incident 19990923031339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990923031339I.md): Enstrm F28C · Fort Hall, ID · Sep 23, 1999 · N539H > (-23) While in cruise with all engine instruments in normal operational limits, a dull bang was heard followed by a violent shaking of the helicopter. An auto-rotation was perform. After landing it was determined that a piston connecting rod had penetrated… - [Accident 19990622007519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990622007519A.md): Enstrm F28C · Kaunakakai Molo, HI · Jun 22, 1999 · N595H · Substantial damage > (.4)The pilot reported the helicopter was running well with no mechanical difficulties. During an after dusk departure from a ranch, he encountered a dust devil. Dust and grass blew into the cockpit blinding the pilot. While attempting to land, the helicopter… - [Accident 19990406003309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990406003309A.md): Enstrm F28C · Pendleton, OR · Apr 6, 1999 · N51770 · Substantial damage > (.19) On April 6, 1999, approximately 1730 pacific daylight time, a main rotor blade of an Enstrom F-28-C helicopter, N51770, impacted the aircraft's tail boom during an emergency landing near Pendleton, Oregon. The aircraft, which was owned and operated by… - [Accident 19980214006689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980214006689A.md): Enstrm F28C · Broomfield, CO · Feb 14, 1998 · N5693M · Substantial damage > Reported power loss. Autorotated 2 mile from bjc. No direct cause has been found. Investigated continuing. (.4)the pilot said he noticed that the low fuel pressure warning light had illuminated 'along with engine roughness.' Suspecting an imminent fuel pump… - [Accident 19971024030949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971024030949A.md): Enstrm F28C · Harrisburg, PA · Oct 24, 1997 · N1944J · Substantial damage > The helicopter was purchased and flown about 1 hour to another airport. The following day the pilot departed on a ferry flight. About 5 minutes after takeoff, the engine lost power when the RPM dropped to 1900 and the pilot entered autorotation. During the… - [Incident 19970614020339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970614020339I.md): Enstrm F28C · La Porte City, IA · Jun 14, 1997 · N191J · Minor damage > Sightseeing flight struck a power line over river. Rotors cut line. Landed on river bank. Poles hid by trees. - [Accident 19970613014129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970613014129A.md): Enstrm F28C · Sharon, VT · Jun 13, 1997 · N5700J · Substantial damage > Helicopter struck power lines and crashed into the river. - [Accident 19970327003979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970327003979A.md): Enstrm F28C · Sacaton, AZ · Mar 27, 1997 · N294SB · Substantial damage > Lost partial power at etl on takeoff. Autorotated. Skid hit rock yawed. Tail hit tree. Air filter debris fouled. - [Incident 19970306007129I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970306007129I.md): Enstrm F28C · Denver, CO · Mar 6, 1997 · N5693M · Minor damage > Narrative: flight instructor, tom wiesner, was giving his father, pat wiesner, flight instruction when the engine started running rough. Instructor tom wiesner elected to land the helicopter in grass near dove valley road and the main rotor blade came in… - [Accident 19970129000959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970129000959A.md): Enstrm F28C · Angleton, TX · Jan 29, 1997 · N51774 · Destroyed > During practice approach lost partial engine power. Landed. Burst into flames. NR2 cyl burned thru. Exhaust on oil. (-23) a/c experienced slight loss of power while operating in vicinity of lbx airport. Aircraft made precautionary landing on taxiway, fire… - [Incident 19961104041179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961104041179I.md): Enstrm F28C · Allentown, PA · Nov 4, 1996 · N5691Y > Narrative: while enroute to the marlboro airport, engine began running rough. Pilot executed emergency landing in a corn field located in the assunpink wildlife management area. Aircraft was removed by truck to new garden aviations, [privacy data omitted]… - [Accident 19961005031049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961005031049A.md): Enstrm F28C · Greenbluff, WA · Oct 5, 1996 · N574H · Substantial damage > Aircraft was giving sight seeing rides when it lost power, landed hard. - [Accident 19960325007489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960325007489A.md): Enstrm F28C · Defuniak Spring, FL · Mar 25, 1996 · N56874 · Destroyed > Flew into known fog at night. Failed to note descent in 180 turn. Struck trees. IFR weather existed at departure. - [Accident 19951006031299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951006031299A.md): Enstrm F28C · Blue Ash, OH · Oct 6, 1995 · N51786 · Substantial damage > Hover taxi rearward from pad. Forgot parked helicopter to rear. Struck same. (-23) on October 6, 1995, at 1530 EDT, an Enstrom F28-C, N51786, registered to new horizons helicopters, cincinnati, OH, collided with another Enstrom helicopter which was parked,… - [Incident 19950928030569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950928030569I.md): Enstrm F28C · Horseheads, NY · Sep 28, 1995 · N5688N · Minor damage > Dropped abruptly to ground just after liftoff. Pilot to be reexamined. - [Accident 19950910028349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950910028349A.md): Enstrm F28C · Livormore, CA · Sep 10, 1995 · N5689T · Destroyed · 1 fatal > Sightseeing rides at airshow. Lost power. Settled nose high to impact. Out of fuel. Gauge error. Failed autorotate. 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