N9333V is a 1963 Hughes 269A. It is a rotorcraft with 2 seats, powered by a Lycoming HO-360 rated at 180 horsepower. The registration is active, with the registrant based in Belle Chasse, LA. Its standard airworthiness certificate was issued in Jul 1992. It has been registered to its current owner since Aug 2008. This page also carries 1 NTSB event.
- 63 years old
- 1 of 108 Hughes 269A
2008
1992
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The helicopter sustained substantial damage during a forced landing after a total loss of engine power during cruise flight. The helicopter was recently purchased by the left seat pilot, who did not hold a rotorcraft rating, and was being piloted by the right sear pilot at the time of the accident. The right seat pilot stated that he performed an autorotation on a hilltop, which was "sparsely populated" by 7-1/2 to 8 foot high trees. He also stated that the hilltop was the only available landing area, which was surrounded by "hostile" terrain. During the forced landing, the tail boom sustained damage on impact with trees. Examination of the helicopter revealed no usable fuel aboard.
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