Enstrom F-28A
38 Enstrom F-28A aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1966–1975. Most are registered in MI, AR and NJ.
Browse all with filters- Registered today
- 38
- Years built
- 1966–1975
- Seats
- 3
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply4 ADs match the Enstrom F-28A airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
- 2018-02-01The Enstrom Helicopter Corporation HelicoptersFeb 21, 2018
- 2017-26-03The Enstrom Helicopter Corporation HelicoptersJan 4, 2018
- 2002-08-03Enstrom Helicopter Corporation Model F-28, F-28A, F-28C, F-28F, 280, 280C, 280F, and…May 2, 2002
- 96-06-03The Enstrom Helicopter Corporation Model F-28, F-28A, F-28C, F-28C-2, F-28F, 280, 280C…Mar 19, 1996
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 63
- Destroyed
- 7
- Substantial damage
- 53
- Minor damage
- 3
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Enstrom F-28A airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Enstrom F-28A aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Dec 28, 2025Substantial damage · fatal injuries · Hammonton, NJN520H
- Jul 28, 2021Substantial damage · none injuries · Mountain Home, IDN46MU
- Dec 31, 2019Substantial damage · none injuries · Danbury, TXN57SJ
- Jan 29, 2014Substantial damage · none injuries · Memphis, TNN24RB
- Jul 26, 2013Substantial damage · serious injuries · Danbury, TXN287Q
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19955 reports on Enstrom F-28A airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- coil1
- distributor gear1
- door frame1
- drive belt1
- intake rocker1
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1966 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 1 | |
| 1969 | 3 | |
| 1971 | 3 | |
| 1972 | 5 | |
| 1973 | 2 | |
| 1974 | 8 | |
| 1975 | 6 | |
| Unknown | 9 |
Buyer checklist
4 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Enstrom F-28A; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 63 NTSB events since 1982 involve Enstrom F-28A airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 5 service difficulty reports on Enstrom F-28A airframes since 1995. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Rotorcraft
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruising speed
- 75 mph
- Type certificate data sheet
- H1CE
- Type certificate holder
- ENSTROM HELICOPTER CORP THE
F-28A aircraft
Page 1 of 2| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N13CM | 1972 | Smithville, OH | Mar 22, 1999 |
| N173 | 1974 | Grosse Ile, MI | Jan 30, 2023 |
| N194E | — | Dry Ridge, KY | May 12, 2026 |
| N200EH | 1974 | Amelia, OH | Aug 24, 2005 |
| N24RB | 1971 | Memphis, TN | Jan 27, 2023 |
| N285Q | — | Wilmington, DE | Jun 3, 2025 |
| N286Q | 1975 | Anchorage, AK | Aug 29, 2017 |
| N296Q | 1975 | Peapack, NJ | Jan 15, 2002 |
| N297Q | — | Owendale, MI | Oct 4, 2016 |
| N31216 | 1975 | Marlboro, NY | May 16, 1989 |
| N40DL | 1971 | Pendleton, OR | Nov 19, 2022 |
| N46MU | — | Springdale, AR | — |
| N4874 | 1968 | Polk City, FL | Aug 29, 2000 |
| N4878 | 1969 | Springdale, AR | — |
| N4889 | 1969 | Albert Lea, MN | Feb 11, 1987 |
| N494H | 1975 | West Palm Beach, FL | — |
| N501EH | 1966 | Menominee, MI | Aug 27, 1998 |
| N519H | 1975 | Big Rapids, MI | Nov 27, 2023 |
| N520H | 1975 | Carneys Point, NJ | Sep 3, 2013 |
| N56U | — | Amelia, OH | May 30, 2024 |
| N600RB | 1974 | Midlothian, TX | Dec 17, 2015 |
| N755RD | 1972 | Leesburg, VA | Oct 15, 2019 |
| N9077 | 1974 | Pendleton, OR | Jun 18, 2019 |
| N90775 | 1969 | Chino, CA | Oct 2, 2017 |
| N9093 | 1974 | Charleston, SC | Jan 20, 2024 |