Has N2253U been in an accident?

Yes. N2253U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.

What kind of aircraft is N2253U?

N2253U is a 1964 Brantly B-2B (rotorcraft), serial number 412.

N2253U — 1964 Brantly B-2B

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 11, 2026

N2253U appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2013, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 11, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 412
Manufacturer: Brantly
Model: B-2B
Year: 1964
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Lycoming O&vo-360 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN13LA546Aug 29, 2013Rothbury, MIMinor
The pilot’s failure to maintain helicopter control while turning to avoid trees during an aborted takeoff in gusting wind conditions.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1964 Brantly B-2B).

Nov 29, 2019deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N2253U been in an accident?: Yes. N2253U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.
What kind of aircraft is N2253U?: N2253U is a 1964 Brantly B-2B (rotorcraft), serial number 412.

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