Has N52Q been in an accident?

Yes. N52Q appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.

What kind of aircraft is N52Q?

N52Q is a 1978 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 2558.

N52Q — 1978 Bell 206B

Deregistered

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

N52Q appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2016, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 2558
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 206B
Year: 1978
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250 Ser 400hp
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA16CA165Mar 26, 2016Hanford, CAMinor
The pilot's decision to release the collective while flying at 10 feet above ground level, resulting in the rapid helicopter descent and impact with terrain.

Registration timeline

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

Sep 6, 2019deregistered — Premier Rotors Llc

Frequently asked

Has N52Q been in an accident?: Yes. N52Q appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.
What kind of aircraft is N52Q?: N52Q is a 1978 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 2558.

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