# NTSB investigations: 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 · 101 investigations

- [NTSB WPR26LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA094.md): Enstrom F28C · Leeds, UT · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Preliminary report · Feb 2, 2026 · N5692Y · Substantial damage
  > On February 2, 2026, at about 1301 mountain standard time, an Enstrom F-28C helicopter, registration N5692Y, was substantially damaged near Leeds, Utah. The pilot and passenger sustained minor injuries. At the time of the accident, the helicopter was being…
- [NTSB ANC23LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC23LA024.md): Enstrom F-28C · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Mar 5, 2023 · N5688R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain main rotor rpm on takeoff, which resulted in a forced run-on landing.
- [NTSB ERA21LA357](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA21LA357.md): Enstrom F28 · Toughkenamon, PA · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Sep 8, 2021 · N51789 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter during an out-of-ground effect hover in a gusty wind, due to loss of tail rotor effectiveness.
- [NTSB ERA19TA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19TA005.md): Enstrom F28 · Bridgeville, DE · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Oct 7, 2018 · N5691Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's mismanagement of collective pitch control during takeoff from an area with numerous obstacles, which resulted in the helicopter entering a low rotor rpm state and a forced hard landing.
- [NTSB WPR17LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR17LA158.md): Enstrom F 28C · Ontario, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 2017 · N5697B · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's mismanagement of the main rotor rpm, which resulted in low rotor rpm, a high descent rate, and a subsequent hard landing.
- [NTSB CEN15CA274](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15CA274.md): Enstrom F 28C · Romeoville, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 14, 2015 · N51778 · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor (CFI) did not maintain directional control during a downwind emergency running landing to soft muddy terrain, which resulted in a dynamic rollover. Contributing to the accident was the CFI's delayed or insufficient remedial…
- [NTSB WPR15CA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15CA128.md): Enstrom F28 - C · Shelby, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 14, 2015 · N5688N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain main rotor RPM during a low altitude operation, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA13LA433](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13LA433.md): Enstrom F-28C · Bloomsburg, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 2013 · N631DP · Minor damage
  > The relieved pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the rotating main rotor blades after he exited the helicopter.
- [NTSB CEN13CA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13CA238.md): Enstrom F-28C · Lanesboro, IA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 24, 2013 · N51767 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter while making an off-airport landing with a gusty tailwind.
- [NTSB CEN13LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA099.md): Enstrom F-28C · Abilene, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 7, 2012 · N574H · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's failure to conduct an autorotation following the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the flight instructor and the student pilot to visually check fuel levels to ensure adequate…
- [NTSB WPR12LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA111.md): Enstrom F28 · Kalispell, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 2012 · N51727 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN11LA414](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA414.md): Enstrom F-28C-2 · Blair, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2011 · N5694A · Substantial damage
  > The failure of a tail rotor pitch change link due to the retaining bolt becoming separated in flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection.
- [NTSB ERA11CA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA166.md): Enstrom F-28C · Fort Pierce, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 26, 2011 · N5689B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB ERA10CA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA134.md): Enstrom F-28C · Fort Pierce, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 6, 2010 · N426KA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent encounter with settling with power while hovering downwind.
- [NTSB DEN08LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA081.md): Enstrom F28C · Mosby, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 2008 · N56895 · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power for reasons undetermined, and the pilot's decision to discontinue the autorotation when he thought engine power had been restored. Contributing to the accident were the low altitude and excessive airspeed.
- [NTSB NYC06CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06CA008.md): Enstrom F-28C · Smoketown, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 11, 2005 · N51772 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while performing pedal turns at a hover, resulting in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB DEN05LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05LA068.md): Enstrom F-28C · Morrison, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 2005 · N5690K · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain rotor RPM during the approach which resulted in a landing short of the helipad.
- [NTSB MIA05CA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA05CA030.md): Enstrom F-28C · Panama City Bch, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 17, 2004 · N595H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper refueling of the helicopter resulting in loss of engine power do to fuel exhaustion and damage to the helicopter during the subsequent hard forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI04IA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04IA018.md): Enstrom F-28C · Lapeer, MI · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2003 · N77HX · Minor damage
  > Complete failure of the right anti-torque cable while on final approach for landing. A factor was the diminished tail rotor control resulting from the broken cable.
- [NTSB CHI03LA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA240.md): Enstrom F-28C · Kankakee, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 2003 · N15SA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot misjudged flare which led to a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to follow procedures/directives when he exceeded the airplane's weight and balance.
- [NTSB CHI03LA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA217.md): Enstrom F-28C · Waverly, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 2003 · N51699 · Substantial damage
  > The main rotor blade push-pull rods being corroded, sustaining fatigue, and separating in cruise and the main rotor blade contacting the tail boom during the emergency landing. Factors were the diminished aircraft control and the vibrations encountered during…
- [NTSB DEN03LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA018.md): Enstrom F-28C · Morrison, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 2002 · N552CS · Substantial damage
  > the pilot not maintaining clearance from the telephone lines during landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot not being able to see the telephone lines, the low altitude, and the dark night.
- [NTSB DEN02LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN02LA051.md): Enstrom F-28C · Medicine Bow, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2002 · N5694Z · Substantial damage
  > the unsuitable terrain encountered during the emergency autorotation, following a partial loss of engine power. Factors contributing to this accident were fuel contamination (water), the low altitude, the high winds, and the tailwind.
- [NTSB LAX02LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA169.md): Enstrom F-28C · Stockton, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 20, 2002 · N51716 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate clearance from the water tower during takeoff. Also causal was the pilot's selection of a confined area for the landing and subsequent takeoff.
- [NTSB SEA02LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA075.md): Enstrom F-28C · Hot Springs, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 20, 2002 · N51769 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for unfavorable wind conditions. Factors include unfavorable/shifting winds, and a tailwind gust.
- [NTSB DEN01LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN01LA106.md): Enstrom F-28C · Elizabeth, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2001 · N83GT · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power during approach for an undetermined reason. A contributing factor was the high density altitude.
- [NTSB LAX01LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX01LA120.md): Enstrom F-28C · Hollister, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 18, 2001 · N637H · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate use of the antitorque controls and subsequent failure to maintain directional control of the helicopter during the takeoff initial climb.
- [NTSB MIA01LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA01LA097.md): Enstrom F-28C · Orlando, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 11, 2001 · N5687H · Destroyed
  > a fire due to a broken and separated turbocharger exhaust which allowed hot exhaust to ignite the engine shroud.
- [NTSB IAD00LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD00LA056.md): Enstrom F28C · Ravenna, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 2000 · N20PZ · Substantial damage
  > the student pilot's loss of helicopter control after suffering a stroke in flight.
- [NTSB SEA00LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA103.md): Enstrom F-28C · Kennewick, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2000 · N80193 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's exceedance of the helicopter's hovering capabilities in a downwind hover. Factors included tailwind conditions, the pilot's lack of experience in the type of operation being conducted, and trees in the area where the helicopter settled.
- [NTSB SEA00FA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00FA014.md): Enstrom F28C · Pendleton, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 2, 1999 · N635H · Destroyed
  > Failure to maintain clearance from the runway surface while maneuvering at low altitude, and inadequate remedial action after the tail rotor struck the surface.
- [NTSB LAX99LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA226.md): Enstrom F28C · Kaunakakai, HI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1999 · N595H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot encountered a dust devil during the takeoff transition from a dirt and grass area resulting in a loss of vision, disorientation, and subsequent collision with trees.
- [NTSB SEA99LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA99LA048.md): Enstrom F-28C · Pendleton, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 7, 1999 · N51770 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of power due to water contamination of the fuel. Factors include the inability of the helicopter to perform a successful autorotation immediately after takeoff.
- [NTSB FTW98LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA129.md): Enstrom F-28C-2 · Broomfield, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 15, 1998 · N5693M · Substantial damage
  > water contamination in the fuel, which resulted in loss of engine power and a forced (autorotative) landing. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness; and a high obstruction in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB NYC98FA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC98FA018.md): Enstrom F-28C · Fairview, PA · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 1997 · N1944J · Substantial damage
  > inadequate maintenance, which led to detonation and a melted piston, and subsequent power loss.
- [NTSB NYC97LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA119.md): Enstrom F-280C · Sharon, VT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1997 · N5700J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to descend and fly at 100 feet over a river and his failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance, which resulted in the in-flight collision with wires.
- [NTSB LAX97LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA133.md): Enstrom F-28C · Sacaton, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 1997 · N294SB · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper use of the collective by not maintaining rotor rpm during takeoff from a confined area.
- [NTSB FTW97LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA094.md): Enstrom F-28C · Lake Jackson, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 30, 1997 · N51774 · Destroyed
  > The failure of the #2 cylinder for an undetermined reason which resulted in an exhaust leak that melted an oil line.
- [NTSB SEA97FA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97FA003.md): Enstrom F-28C · Spokane, WA · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 1996 · N574H · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA96LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA106.md): Enstrom F-28C · Defuniak Spring, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 1996 · N56874 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions, and inadvertent descent, due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in a collision with trees. Factors relating to the accident were: the adverse weather conditions and the pilot's…
- [NTSB BFO96LA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO96LA003.md): Enstrom F28-280C · Blue Ash, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 1995 · N51786 · Substantial damage
  > the commercial pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during hover-taxi operations. Related factors the tailwind, the nearby obstacle, and the misjudged maneuver to avoid obstacles.
- [NTSB LAX95LA332](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA332.md): Enstrom F-28C · Livermore, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1995 · N5689T · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight fuel load determination procedures which resulted in fuel exhaustion. In addition, the pilot's delayed and improper use of the collective and cyclic flight controls following the engine failure led to his failure to maintain…
- [NTSB LAX95LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA139.md): Enstrom F28C-2 · San Gorgonio, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 19, 1995 · N5693W · Destroyed
  > the pilot's selection of an inadequate terrain clearance altitude while overflying mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB LAX95LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA017.md): Enstrom F-28C · La Verne, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 1994 · N5697D · Substantial damage
  > an inadvertant entry into a settling with power condition and the flight instructor's inability to correct the situation due to an inadequate altitude above ground.
- [NTSB SEA93FA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93FA178.md): Enstrom F-28C · Seattle, WA · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 18, 1993 · N86198 · Substantial damage
  > Shorted magneto condensers. Factors include a hidden obstruction in the landing area, and a reduction in rotor RPM from attempting to avoid the obstruction.
- [NTSB NYC93GA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93GA151.md): Enstrom F-28C · Gallipolis, OH · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Aug 12, 1993 · N51786 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper use of the collective and throttle which resulted in a low rotor rpm condition and a loss of control, and an inflight collision with the terrain.
- [NTSB DEN93LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN93LA070.md): Enstrom F-28C · Boulder, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1993 · N625H · Substantial damage
  > A failure by the pilot flying to adequately compensate for wind conditions which led to a loss of tail rotor control. A factor was: inadequate supervision by the pilot in command.
- [NTSB NYC93FA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93FA115.md): Enstrom F28C · Gordon, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 17, 1993 · N200NH · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to see and avoid the wire.
- [NTSB CHI93LA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA212.md): Enstrom F-28C · Buckner, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1993 · N51717 · Substantial damage
  > The nut backing off the connecting rod bolt resulting in rod failure. A factor involved in this accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot in command to make a run on landing.
- [NTSB LAX92LA362](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA362.md): Enstrom F28C · Irwindale, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 1992 · N595H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of the landing flare during a practice autorotation.

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('3300407')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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