# FAA incident reports: Hughes Helicopters 369E A list on [Hughes Helicopters 369E](https://openairdocs.org/model/hughes-helicopters-369e.md). Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first. - [Accident 20231227021549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20231227021549A.md): Hughes Helicopters 369E · Miami, FL · Dec 27, 2023 · N757TB · Substantial damage · 1 fatal > Rotorcraft was substantially damaged in an accident west in a rural area of west Miami-dade county. The aircraft was located in a canal in approximately 20' of water. The pilot was fatally injured as a result and the only passenger on board sustained minor… - [Accident 20220815008049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220815008049A.md): Hughes Helicopters 369E · Ely, NV · Aug 15, 2022 · N500AR · Substantial damage > During a low level maneuver while rounding up a herd of horses tail rotor struck the ground. - [Accident 20180201001939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180201001939A.md): Hughes Helicopters HU-369-E · Wrightwood, CA · Feb 1, 2018 · N618SG · Substantial damage > N618SG, a HU369E on a part 135 revenue flight, lost control during its landing approach just prior to touchdown at a 8300 ft MSL mountain landing zone (lz) near Wrightwood ski resort. N618SG rolled over after contacting the ground sustaining substantial… - [Accident 20170623006959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170623006959A.md): Hughes Helicopters 369E · Quinwood, WV · Jun 23, 2017 · N765KV · Substantial damage > N756KV, a Hughes 369E, made an autorotation, landing in a field after losing power during a long line operation. The main rotor struck the tail boom on landing, which seperated from the aircraft. The aircraft sustained substantial damage. The pilot was not… - [Accident 20120726015289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120726015289A.md): Hughes Helicopters 369E · The Dalles, OR · Jul 26, 2012 · N427WC · Substantial damage > Several witness stated the helicopter had just picked up the 3 power lines and started to pull the lines when they heard a loud "pop" and a very noticeable engine spool down. The PIC immediately released the lines and turn the aircraft away from the crew… - [Accident 20061121025419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061121025419A.md): Hughes 369E · Jensen, UT · Nov 21, 2006 · N500FU · Destroyed · 1 fatal > (-23) On nov. 21, 2006, at 1250 MST, a Hughes 369E, N500FU, crashed and was destroyed after striking high tension wires, approx 2 miles n.e. of Jensen, UT. The aircraft was performing aerial surveillance, (search and rescue) for the uintah co. sheriff's… - [Accident 20050924021289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050924021289A.md): Hughes 369E · Medford, OR · Sep 24, 2005 · N5207C · Substantial damage > (-23) Prior to departing on a FAR part 91 flight, the pilot obtained a "special VFR clearance" and reported clear of kmfr class "d" airspace to the west remaining clear of clouds in class g airspace. Pilot observed a caution light flicker on the instrument… - [Accident 20050817018229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050817018229A.md): Hughes 369E · Donnelly, ID · Aug 17, 2005 · N500FU · Substantial damage > (-23) On landing at cabin in the woods located in the mountains, the pilot experienced a brown out caused by the dust and dirt from the landing pad. The pilot could not see forward or downward. The rotorblades struck some large trees as the helicopter… - [Accident 20030625013709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030625013709A.md): Hughes 369E · Big Timber, MT · Jun 25, 2003 · N1502 · Substantial damage > (-23) While performing predator control, a usda helicopter engine sustained complete failure while aircraft was at approximately 40' AGL with an airspeed of approximately 40 knots. A teardown, inspection and examination of the engine (s/n cae 836294) at the… - [Accident 20030210001889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030210001889A.md): Hughes 369E · Paxon, AK · Feb 10, 2003 · N500DX · Substantial damage > (-23) The pilot indicated that he was distracted by one of his passengers while encountering flat light conditions and flew the helicopter into terrain. [privacy data omitted] - [Accident 20021222033859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021222033859A.md): Hughes 369E · Amarillo, TX · Dec 22, 2002 · N5234Y · Substantial damage > (-23) On December 22, 2002, at approximately 14:45 CST, local time, a Hughes MD369E helicopter aircraft, N5234Y, experienced loss of power, subsequently making an emergency hard landing on a field 35 miles north of Amarillo, Texas. During the hard landing the… - [Accident 20011227035379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20011227035379A.md): Hughes 369E · Saltlakecity, UT · Dec 27, 2001 · N280SP · No damage · 3 fatal > (-23) This is an interim report. The final report will be forwarded when all applicable information is known and investigated. (.19) on December 27, 2001, at 1241 mountain standard time, a Hughes 369E, N280SP, registered to and operated by helicopters by oz,… - [Accident 20001007015019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20001007015019A.md): Hughes 369E · Kernville, CA · Oct 7, 2000 · N819CE · No damage > (-23)On October 7, 2000, N819CE, an MD-369E helicopter was on a ferry flight from big creek, east of fresno, CA to ontario airport,ontario, CA where the aircraft is based and operated be southern California edison. Approximately 4 miles southwest of lake… - [Incident 20000811025559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000811025559I.md): Hughes 369E · Westcliffe, CO · Aug 11, 2000 · N504AP · Minor damage > (-23)Upon landing approach to private property, encountered a strong crosswind. Could not maneuver helicopter to selected landing site. Pulled up to avoid striking blades, power dropped to 98%. Brough helicopter to the right and landed hard, bending the right… - [Accident 19991130042909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991130042909A.md): Hughes 369E · Taft, CA · Nov 30, 1999 · N5238C · Substantial damage > (-23) The MD-500E helicopter was hovering at approx. 100' AGL with an external load of 800 pounds. Upon lifting this load an audible "pop" was heard from the turbine engine area. The pilot was able to maintain control during the autorotation until the a/c… - [Accident 19990520005519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990520005519A.md): Hughes 369E · Intercession, FL · May 20, 1999 · N144CM · Substantial damage · 1 fatal > 1986 Hughes 369-E helicopter was laying fiber optic cables when it lost power, the acft auto-rotated to a landing, the pilot sustained minor injuries, and a lineman on the outside of the acft was seriously injured, the lineman later died of his injuries,… - [Accident 19980321021639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980321021639A.md): Hughes 369E · Seattle, WA · Mar 21, 1998 · N5245P · Substantial damage > (-23)Made hard landing. (.4)the pilot stated that he was making a normal approach until about 30 feet in the air on short final, when he experienced a loss of power. After the resulting hard landing, the engine was still running and shut down by the pilot.… - [Accident 19970613014189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970613014189A.md): Hughes 369E · Okahumka, FL · Jun 13, 1997 · N765KV > While repairing highline tower began chasing a pig. Crewman fell of helicopter platform. (-23) helicopter is utilized for power line repairs and is certified in restricted categroy, a repairman sits on a platform attached to the cabin floor and skids, the… - [Accident 19961014032109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961014032109A.md): Hughes 369E · Hesston, KS · Oct 14, 1996 · N504AP · Substantial damage > Running late elected land at his farm. Landing light inop. Aborted. Unknown noise. Rolled landing on golf course. - [Accident 19950118017069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950118017069A.md): Hughes 369E · Tampa, FL · Jan 18, 1995 · N4TP · Destroyed > While flying low over bay searching for drowning victim. Collided with the water. Spatial disorientation factor. - [Accident 19940903032269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940903032269A.md): Hughes 369E · Volcano, HI · Sep 3, 1994 · N279F · Substantial damage > Skid struck down slopingland on takeoff. Helicopter rolled over. Density altitude factor. Winds light. - [Accident 19920501013149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920501013149A.md): Hughes 369E · Portland, OR · May 1, 1992 · N5211Y · Substantial damage > During evaluation check ride pulled collective too soon on autorotation landing. Impact flexed rotors. Chopped tail - [Incident 19901201058529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901201058529I.md): Hughes 369E · Hilo, HI · Dec 1, 1990 · N279F · Minor damage > On a 180 degree autorotation turn aircraft sink was faster than normal. Tail skid, then tail rotor hit ground. - [Accident 19900914039799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900914039799A.md): Hughes 369E · Prestonburg, KY · Sep 14, 1990 · N50075 · Substantial damage > Lost power struck trees short of open field. Main tank empty. Aux tank full. Fuel transfer control system closed. - [Accident 19870411009089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870411009089A.md): Hughes 369E · Paln Desert, CA · Apr 11, 1987 · N5200W · Substantial damage > Loud bang,began spin to right and crashed into city street. Tail rotor gear box separated after attach bolts failed - [Accident 19850525020859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850525020859A.md): Hughes 369E · Indianapolis, IN · May 25, 1985 · N5219A · Destroyed > Surged and yawed on approach and lost power. Stalled avoiding high line. Improper fuel line installation. ## The whole list in SQL Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS: ```sql SELECT report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('4470707') ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/hughes-helicopters-369e/incidents --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain, except the copies of manufacturers’ service documents, which belong to their rights holders.