Aircraft
1991 McDonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E N473E, s/n: 0473E. Hobbs 4473.1 hrs
Engine(s)
Allison 250-C20B, s/n: CAE 833772, Since New: 5631.9 hrs, Since Overhauled: 125.1 hrs.
Propeller(s)
Rotor Blades:
Helicopter Technology TR blades (P/N 500P3100-305)
Helicopter Technology MR blades (P/N 500P2100-101)
Equipment
Garmin GTN650
Garmin GMA345
Garmin GTR220A
Garmin G500TXI
Garmin GI275
Description of Accident
On 07/13/2024, during takeoff, the aircraft’s left skid clipped an obstacle causing the skid to be torn off. After the skid was torn off, the pilot tried to land the aircraft using an embankment to keep the aircraft upright. During the landing attempt, the aircraft rolled over onto its side resulting in damage to the aircraft.
Description of Damages
The damage includes but may not be limited to:
- MR strike (5 blades)
- TR strike (2 blades)
- LH skid (destroyed)
- RH skid (dented in multiple places)
- LH side of heli (buckling throughout)
- LH side glass (cracked/scraped/gouged)
- Belly of heli (punctured & buckled)
- Horizontal stabilizer (LH side made contact with ground; skin rippling throughout)
- Vertical stabilizer (bent to the right when horizontal stabilizer made contact with ground)
- Tail boom (oil canned at fuselage attach point)
*** See photos for all damages ***
Remarks
*Insurer reserves the right to reject any and all bids and/or offer the high bid to the registered owner.
*Salvage is as is/where is.
*Inspection of the salvage is highly recommended. Failure to inspect is at bidder's risk.
*The posting information is the best to our knowledge.
*Logbooks may not be complete.
Inquiries Contact
Faith Collins
386-677-7504
Claim Number:
10782459
SIAI Number:
2025-14S
Aircraft Location
Air Transport, Phoenix, AZ
Place Bid
1991 McDonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E N473E
Bid Closes:
2025-04-18
@ 7:00 p.m. ET
Terms &Conditions
The aircraft listed are for sale "as is where is". There is no warranty either express or implied. All times and descriptions are believed to be the best information available and are not warranted. Prospective buyers should inspect the aircraft and records before bidding. Purchaser bears all risk regarding condition, useability, workability, and operability of all salvage.
The underwriters have full and complete authority for all decisions regarding salvage and they reserve the right to reject any or all bids.
The bid deadline dates are firm without exception.
Payment in full by Wire Transfer, cashier's check or certified funds is required within 7 business days of notification to the successful bidder.
All Sales Are FINAL
There is no warranty, express or implied for the information provided herein or the condition, useability, workability, operability or marketability of the aircraft salvage. All times are approximate and the logbooks and aircraft should be inspected by each bidder BEFORE BIDDING. Failure of the bidder to view the salvage or wreckage, or confirm any information provided is NOT grounds for a claim or withdrawal of bid after bid closing date.) All Sales Are FINAL.