DATE OF INCIDENT:  7/22/2025

DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT:

While performing firefighting activities, the aircraft impacted the water during a water pickup maneuver.

DATE OF LAST INSPECTION:  On going

AIRCRAFT:    1967 Sikorsky S-64E    N194AC   S/N: 64017     TT:  20,322

ENGINE:   Pratt & Whitney   MODEL:  JFTD12A-4A    S/N:  672481    TT:  15,122    TSMOH:  2,562

ENGINE:   Pratt & Whitney   MODEL:  JFTD12A-4A    S/N:  676467    TT:  17,786    TSMOH:  2,305

AVIONICS / EQUIPMENT:  See Photos

2 - Altimeters

2 - Garmin GTN 650

2 - Heading Indicators

2 - Nat NPX 136D Transceivers

2 - Torque Indicators

2 - Turn Coordinators

2 - Vertical Speed

Chronometer

Compass

Flightcell DZM

Glideslope

DESCRIPTION OF DAMAGE:  See Photos

Helicopter was in the ocean for 24 hrs and a corrosion solution was used to wash it off.

REMARKS:

Logbooks - We digitize ALL logbooks available, if it's not digitized then it's not available unless otherwise noted.

Helicopter is being stored inside

Fire tank is approximately 2300 gallons

Both FCU's and engines have been removed but are part of the sale

Engines have been drained, cleaned and washed.  They have NOT been preserved

***Some photos in this listing are from right after the incident and are provided to help show different angles of  the helicopter.  Items shown in these photos may not be included in the sale.  Please refer to the LLP Removed items PDF for items that are NOT included in the sale.

Daily logs starting from 2009 are available upon request

LOCATION OF SALVAGE:   Medford, OR

SALVAGE MAY BE INSPECTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL:  Salvage@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com

Video of accident:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQYAsJkusyY  

Bidding Instructions:

Buyer Transaction Fee:  No Buyer Fee on this aircraft

This is a “Sealed Bid” Auction

1. Click on Submit Sealed Bid, complete and Send

                 -or-

2. Print or complete the PDF in “Additional Documents” (under pictures) named “Salvage Bid Request N*****” and email to Bid@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com

Details of Sales

  NOTICES & RESTRICTIONS

By submitting a bid, buyer understands that aircraft details are provided as best to our ability often through logbooks.  Buyer acknowledges that they have had the opportunity to inspect and evaluate the aircraft salvage before submitting bid.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to verify the current condition of the salvage prior to bidding.   In most cases the aircraft has been disassembled to facilitate movement into a storage facility.

Underwriters Salvage Company cannot guarantee that all logs or records for any item are 100% complete or accurate.

All items are sold “AS IS – WHERE IS” with no exceptions and with no refunds.  Underwriters Salvage Company makes no expressed or implied warranties as to condition, fitness for purpose, value, airworthiness, operation, or performance of any kind whatsoever with respect to the sale of any item.  Underwriters Salvage Company will not be responsible for the storage, safety or security of any item once released to the buyer. 

After the lot closes, the Seller will decide either to accept or reject the high offer.   A Seller award decision is expected within ~10 business days of the close date and you will be notified with instructions.

Condition of Salvage – By purchasing this salvage this sale is on an as-is, where-is, all faults basis.  There are no warranties, express or implied, of any nature.  The seller and Underwriters Salvage Company, Inc. completely disclaim and successful bidder waives any liability in tort or warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  The successful bidder bears all risks regarding the condition, usability, workability and operability of all of the salvage.  The successful bidder agrees that it will comply with all state and federal regulations regarding transporting, handling, sale, disposal or any use whatsoever of the salvage and will indemnify the seller and its insurers from any claims, damages, expenses, legal fees or fines sought by any third party in connection with the transporting, sale, disposal or use of the salvage once it is purchased.  The successful bidder releases Underwriters Salvage Company, Inc., the broker, the seller, the consignor, as well as the storage facility, the airport, the landlord, or tenant, where the salvage may be stored, from any and all claims, or lawsuits by the undersigned relating in any manner to the referenced salvage.  The successful bidder disclaims, waives and agrees to save and hold harmless, and to defend those on whose behalf this release is issued from any and all actions, claims, or lawsuits that may arise as a result of the salvage by the successful bidder.  This release, disclaimer, waiver and agreement to save, hold harmless and defend, is also intended to bind the purchaser's successors, spouse, children, heirs, business associates and the undersigned's insurance carriers.

   PAYMENT DETAILS

• Within 7 days after bid award, the buyer must submit full payment, including applicable taxes and fees
• Payment can be made by wire transfer (recommended).  
• All bids are binding and cannot be retracted. 
• Buyer is responsible to contact and make arrangements with the storage facility for pickup within 10 business days of the Buyer Award.

     TRANSACTION FEE

Buyer Transaction Fee:  No Fee for this Aircraft

  PICKUP TERMS

Failure to follow these terms may result in the seller turning away the attempt of your driver to pick up the purchased item(s).
Hours: Buyer must contact location at least 24 hours prior to arrival to make load out
Buyer must contact storage facility to make arrangements for pickup and loading assistance. 
Driver MUST bring a copy of Item Release.

  QUESTIONS

Support is available 8am-5pm (Eastern Time)

Phone:  Underwriters Salvage Company @ 770-588-1456

Email:  Bid@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com