Has N471RA been in an accident?

Yes. N471RA appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2018.

What kind of aircraft is N471RA?

N471RA is a 2008 Schweizer 269D (rotorcraft), serial number 0071A.

N471RA — 2008 Schweizer 269D

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 23, 2026

N471RA appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2018, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 23, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 0071A
Manufacturer: Schweizer
Model: 269D
Year: 2008
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Rolls-royc 250-c20w
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN18LA106Feb 13, 2018Stockbridge, MIMinor
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain while maneuvering the helicopter at a low altitude after departure. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s distraction by the smoke in the cabin and the limited visible features in the snow-covered field to discern the helicopter’s height above the ground.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 2008 Schweizer 269D).

Feb 5, 2022deregistered — Dodson International Parts Inc

Frequently asked

Has N471RA been in an accident?: Yes. N471RA appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2018.
What kind of aircraft is N471RA?: N471RA is a 2008 Schweizer 269D (rotorcraft), serial number 0071A.

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