Has N38EA been in an accident?

Yes. N38EA appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N38EA?

N38EA is a 1978 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 2555.

N38EA — 1978 Bell 206B

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N38EA appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 2555
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 206B
Year: 1978
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250 Ser 400hp
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR11TA274Jun 21, 2011Franklin, CANo injuries
The student pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm during the practice autorotation.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1978 Bell 206B).

Nov 4, 2011deregistered — Photos Unlimited

Frequently asked

Has N38EA been in an accident?: Yes. N38EA appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N38EA?: N38EA is a 1978 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 2555.

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