NTSB investigations: Hughes 269C, TX
41 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Hughes 269C. Aircraft are matched to the registry by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model, so older matches can be wrong.
Cases per year
| 1972 | 1 |
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| 1973 | 1 |
| 1976 | 1 |
| 1977 | 1 |
| 1978 | 2 |
| 1979 | 2 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2018 | 1 |
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duckdb -csv -c "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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c.\"mKey\" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'TX' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('4470504'))
ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'TX' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('4470504'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
NTSB GAA18CA168Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 269 · San Antonio, TXThe pilot’s decision to relinquish the helicopter flight controls to a non-rated passenger during a 3 ft hover.NTSB CEN16FA315Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Howe, TXThe improper execution of an autorotation following the loss of engine power, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent into terrain. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's lack of remedial action during the autorotation.NTSB GAA15CA197Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 269C · Atlanta, TXThe non-helicopter rated pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in impact with terrain.NTSB CEN12LA181Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSikorsky 269C · Staples, TXThe pilot's failure to attain the proper descent rate during autorotation, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the inflight vibrations and loss of torque pedal response for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN09LA202Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · El Indio, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while attempting to land on a transport trailer in heavy rain and gusting winds.NTSB DFW07CA050Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 269C · Mineral Wells, TXThe loss of control as result of loss of tail rotor effectiveness.NTSB DFW05CA168Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 269C · Bruceville, TXThe flight instructor's improper flare during autorotation, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing factor was, the lack of suitable terrain.NTSB FTW03CA233Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 269C · Gail, TXThe loss of control for undetermined reasons.NTSB FTW02LA038Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Richmond, TXthe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power line while landing.NTSB FTW01LA205Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269-C · Lubbock, TXThe loss of engine power while maneuvering for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was a malfunction of the spray system.NTSB MIA00GA121Accident · 2 fatalFinal reportHughes 269C · Del Rio, TXAn in-flight loss of control while maneuvering for undetermined reasons resulting in an in-flight collision with terrain. A factor in the accident was the in-flight loss of engine power and rotor rpm.NTSB FTW99TA190Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · Houston, TXThe hard landing as a result of the flight instructor's failure to attain the proper airspeed before simulating an engine failure, which resulted in the development of a high sink rate. Factors were the night illumination and the soft ground.NTSB FTW98LA362Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Houston, TXThe pilot's failure to refuel the helicopter which resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW98TA104Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · Brackettville, TXfailure of splines on the drive shaft coupling after separation of the forward bubber boot and loss of lubrication (grease), which resulted in a disconnect of the rotor drive system and an autorotation/forced landing. Lack of suitable terrain in the forced…NTSB FTW98LA084Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Riviera, TXThe total loss of engine power due to a fatigue failure of the crankshaft for undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW95GA090Accident · No injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · Dumont, TXThe loss of engine power due to overstress fractures of the #3 cylinder connecting rod cap bolts. The origin of the fractures could not be determined.NTSB FTW95LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Livingston, TXThe improper flare resulting in an undershoot of the intended landing area. A factor was the bird strike.NTSB FTW94GA204Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · London, TXThe partial power loss due to a sticking valve. Factors were the remaining worn lobes on the camshaft and the lack of suitable terrain onto which a successful forced landing could be executed.NTSB FTW90LA065Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Encinal, TXThe loss of directional control due to the failure of the tail rotor cable.NTSB FTW89DRG06Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportHughes 269C · Rocksprings, TXThe pilot diverted his attention from operation of the helicopter, failed to maintian proper rotor RPM, and failed to maintain altitude (clearance) above the ground, while maneuvering at low altitude. A contributing factor was his impairment from use of a…NTSB FTW89LA010Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Dickens, TXThe pilot was inspecting a herd of cattle when he thought the helicopter was developing a problem with the engine and main rotor. He started an autorotation, lost tail rotor control, and went into a left spin which continued to contact with the ground.…NTSB FTW88LA080Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Tomball, TXAs the helicopter lifted off the portable landing platform, it rolled to the right and contacted the terrain. The pilot could not determine if the skid was caught on the platform or if it slid off the side.NTSB FTW87LA008Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Monahans, TXThe acft was destroyed during a forced landing following a partial loss of pwr after liftoff from a trailer. The acft settled back down onto the front of the trailer and subsequently rolled over. The eng continued to run following the roll over. The plt…NTSB FTW86LA138Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Batesville, TXThe pilot experienced a partial power loss at 60 feet AGL. He made a hard landing in an open field causing the rotor blades to severe the tail boom on touchdown. On examination of the aircraft fuel system debris was found in the fuel strainer, causing fuel…NTSB FTW86FQG02Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · Monahans, TXThe helicopter was being used to herd cattle when the accident occurred. The helicopter contacted 3 power lines and descended uncontrolled to ground impact.NTSB FTW86FRG06Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · Batesville, TXThe helicopter was substantially damaged during a forced landing following a loss of eng pwr. The plt was performing cattle ranching operations when the eng sputtered and quit while at a low alt. The plt was able to clear trees and high brush, however, a hard…NTSB FTW85LA239Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 300 · Lake Worth, TXWhile undergoing helicopter transition training from the previous owner, who holds no instructor certificate, the new owner's son had been practicing pwr recovery autorotations. The eng failed to respond to application of throttle, and a full autorotative…NTSB FTW85FA130Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · San Antonio, TXThe accident occurred during a zero ground speed practice autorotation. A high sink developed after an attempt to correct for decreasing rotor RPM, the helicopter contacted the ground tail first and rolled over after the main rotor severed the tail boom. An…NTSB FTW84LA061Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Freer, TXThe plt & 2 passengers were on a flt to look for deer in a pasture area. While in a turn after the last pass over the pasture, the eng lost power at aprx 150 ft AGL. The plt initiated an autorotative landing in an area of mesquite brush & bushes. He reported…NTSB FTW83FA343Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Houston, TXThe helicopter crashed in a relatively high speed descent while in a slight nose-low and left bank attitude. The acft had been circling at an alt of about 600 ft MSL awaiting clearance to land. The PIC in the left seat, who was not flying the acft, said he…NTSB FTW82DA251Accident · No injuriesFinal reportHughes 269C · Canadian, TXThe fixed-wing-rated/helicopter student pilot stated that it had been raining before he went to fly. Reportedly, he began to practice hovering while wearing wet tennis shoes. The student stated that his foot slipped off of the pedal because the soles of his…NTSB FTW81FA146Accident · 1 fatalClosedHughes 269C · Startzville, TXNTSB FTW81FRA30Accident · Minor injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Houston, TXNTSB FTW79DQG25Accident · Minor injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Big Lake, TXNTSB FTW79FPD12Accident · No injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Wichita Falls, TXNTSB FTW78FQG37Accident · No injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Lazbuddie, TXNTSB FTW78FQG23Accident · Minor injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Paducah, TXNTSB FTW77FQG17Accident · Minor injuriesClosedHughes 269A · Ozona, TXNTSB FTW76DRG62Accident · Minor injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Lampasas, TXNTSB FTW74DRG29Accident · No injuriesClosedHughes 269 · San Antonio, TXNTSB FTW72FRA31Accident · Minor injuriesClosedHughes 269C · Pasadena, TX