Sikorsky S-76A
19 Sikorsky S-76A aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1980–1985. Most are registered in LA, CA and NE.
- Registered today
- 19
- Years built
- 1980–1985
- Seats
- 14
- Engines
- 2 · Turbo-shaft
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply18 ADs match the Sikorsky S-76A airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
- 2024-20-07Various HelicoptersDec 5, 2024
- 2017-19-01Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation HelicoptersJan 2, 2018
- 2015-26-10Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation HelicoptersFeb 9, 2016
- 2015-19-51Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation HelicoptersNov 10, 2015
- 2013-22-15Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) HelicoptersDec 13, 2013
- 2012-15-08Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation HelicoptersSep 21, 2012
- 2010-26-09Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S76A, B, and C HelicoptersJan 12, 2011
- 2010-10-02Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, B, and C HelicoptersJun 17, 2010
- 2005-22-01Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, B, and C HelicoptersNov 10, 2005
- 2003-04-15Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, B, and C HelicoptersFeb 27, 2003
- 2002-15-51Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S76A, B, and C HelicoptersOct 18, 2002
- 2001-10-06Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, S-76B, and S-76C HelicoptersMay 17, 2001
- 94-14-20 R1Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A HelicoptersJun 8, 2001
- 2001-01-04Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, S-76B, and S-76C HelicoptersFeb 2, 2001
- 2000-11-52Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76 Series HelicoptersAug 31, 2000
- 2000-12-09Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S-76A HelicoptersJul 28, 2000
- 99-19-30Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. Model S76A, B, and C HelicoptersOct 4, 1999
- 99-11-04Sikorsky Aircraft Model S-76A HelicoptersJul 9, 1999
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 32
- Destroyed
- 11
- Substantial damage
- 17
- Minor damage
- 2
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Sikorsky S-76A airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Sikorsky S-76A aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Dec 15, 2017Substantial damage · none injuries · Islamorada, FL
- Apr 28, 2016Substantial damage · none injuries · Campos Dos Goytacazes
- Aug 7, 2013Minor damage · none injuries · Macae
- Mar 15, 2013Destroyed · fatal injuries · Grand Lake, LAN574EH
- Aug 13, 2012Substantial damage · none injuries · Langara Lodge, Bc, CanadaN763P
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19951,243 reports on Sikorsky S-76A airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- indicator92
- blade91
- actuator57
- transceiver42
- bearing38
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1980 | 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 3 | |
| 1983 | 1 | |
| 1984 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 2 | |
| Unknown | 10 |
Buyer checklist
18 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Sikorsky S-76A; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 32 NTSB events since 1982 involve Sikorsky S-76A airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 1,243 service difficulty reports on Sikorsky S-76A 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
- Type certificate data sheet
- H1NE
- Type certificate holder
- SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORP
S-76A aircraft
Page 1 of 1| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N276TC | 1980 | Chino, CA | Nov 23, 2024 |
| N282S | 1985 | Broussard, LA | Feb 12, 2022 |
| N5294A | — | Broussard, LA | Mar 3, 2026 |
| N5415X | 1981 | Stratford, CT | Feb 28, 2025 |
| N576VP | 1980 | Chino, CA | Nov 23, 2024 |
| N60609 | — | West Point, NE | — |
| N6061C | — | West Point, NE | — |
| N644LH | — | Salt Lake City, UT | Apr 6, 2015 |
| N7266K | 1985 | Santa Fe, TX | May 19, 2014 |
| N761MH | 1981 | Milton, VT | Jul 13, 2011 |
| N762MH | — | Broussard, LA | Sep 19, 2012 |
| N763MH | — | Broussard, LA | Aug 8, 2012 |
| N765MH | 1983 | Broussard, LA | Apr 22, 2016 |
| N768AL | — | Stratford, CT | — |
| N768MH | 1981 | Broussard, LA | May 14, 2014 |
| N769MH | — | Broussard, LA | Jan 9, 2019 |
| N8063R | — | West Point, NE | — |
| N80EX | — | Fillmore, CA | Aug 6, 2018 |
| N90EV | 1984 | North Salt Lake, UT | Aug 6, 2022 |