Has N500MZ been in an accident?

Yes. N500MZ appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2022.

What kind of aircraft is N500MZ?

N500MZ is a 1977 Hughes 500D (rotorcraft), serial number 770159D.

N500MZ — 1977 Hughes 500D

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 25, 2026

N500MZ appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2022, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 25, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 770159D
Manufacturer: Hughes
Model: 500D
Year: 1977
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250-c20 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN22LA146Mar 17, 2022Adair, IAMinor
The mechanic’s failure to properly torque a fuel control unit B-nut, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power, an attempted autorotation, and an impact with terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1977 Hughes 500D).

Dec 30, 2023deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N500MZ been in an accident?: Yes. N500MZ appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2022.
What kind of aircraft is N500MZ?: N500MZ is a 1977 Hughes 500D (rotorcraft), serial number 770159D.

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