Has N9427F been in an accident?

Yes. N9427F appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.

What kind of aircraft is N9427F?

N9427F is a 1963 Hughes 269B (rotorcraft), serial number 0174.

N9427F — 1963 Hughes 269B

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 22, 2026

N9427F appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2015, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 22, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 0174
Manufacturer: Hughes
Model: 269B
Year: 1963
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Lycoming Hio-360 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN15LA341Aug 5, 2015Atkinson, ILSerious
The pilot's improper decision to intentionally fly the helicopter at a low altitude and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from a power line.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1963 Hughes 269B).

May 5, 2016deregistered — Turpin Marion W

Frequently asked

Has N9427F been in an accident?: Yes. N9427F appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.
What kind of aircraft is N9427F?: N9427F is a 1963 Hughes 269B (rotorcraft), serial number 0174.

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