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The Schweizer 269 (ICAO type H269) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1,000 kg. It offers a maximum range of 310 nm, a cruise speed of 100 knots, a service ceiling of 14,000 ft and seating for up to 3 across its variants.

Schweizer 269

Schweizer 269
H269
Photo: Zeitblick · CC BY-SA 4.0
Year
Owner
Last seen
MTOW
1,000 kg
Range
310 nm
Seats
3
269
Schweizer · 269
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
947
Active
943
Origin
United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Marketplace

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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
269A
269A
900 kg160 nm67 kt3
269A-1
269A-1
900 kg160 nm67 kt3
269B
269B
900 kg160 nm67 kt3
269C
269C
900 kg160 nm67 kt3
269C-1
269C-1
900 kg160 nm67 kt3
269D
269D
900–1,000 kg160–310 nm67–100 kt3
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS 4H12 · Rev 33 · issued 2020-04-29

Category
Normal
MTOW
1,012 kg
Seats
2 passengers
Fuel
227 L
Ceiling
10,000 ft
Approved fuelJP-4JP-5Jet AJet A-1BJP-8
Engine

Rolls-Royce 250-C20W Gas Turbine

Certification basis

The certification basis for the Model 269D includes that of the 269C CAR Part 6, dated January 15, 1951, including Amendment 6-1 through 6-7, and 6-8 except CAR 6.604(c). Complianc…

Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.

Schweizer 269 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Schweizer 269 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

33 yearsmedian age

Of the 474 registered Schweizer 269 with a known build year (50% of the 947 we track), the median age is 33 years.

Registration activity

29changed registration in 12 months

29 of the 947 registered Schweizer 269 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (3% of the fleet), across 29 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Fleet activity — last 90 days
Aircraft seen flying
8
Tracked flights
67
Tracked flight hours
213
Share of fleet flying
1%

8 Schweizer 269 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (1% of the registered fleet), across 67 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

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Schweizer 269 manuals & documents

4 documents for the Schweizer 269 Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Parts Catalog. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
Cargo Hook Kit Owner's Manual · 2007

The document is the Owner's Manual for the Schweizer 269C Cargo Hook Kit, detailing installation, operation, and maintenance procedures. It includes specifications, warnings, and a bill of materials for the cargo hook system.

  • The Cargo Hook Kit is approved for installation on Schweizer 269C helicopters.
  • The kit includes various components such as a cargo hook, release fittings, and electrical harness.
  • Warnings, cautions, and notes are defined for safe operation.
  • Installation procedures must be performed by experienced maintenance personnel.
  • The cargo hook has a design load of 3,500 lb.
  • Electrical release capacity is 8,750 lb.
  • Inspection of components for damage is crucial before use.
  • Functional checks are required after installation.
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269 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Schweizer 269?

The Schweizer 269 has a maximum range of 310 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Schweizer 269 carry?

The Schweizer 269 seats up to 3 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Schweizer 269?

The Schweizer 269's maximum take-off weight is 1,000 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Schweizer 269?

The Schweizer 269's ICAO type designator is H269.

How many Schweizer 269 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 947 registered Schweizer 269 airframes worldwide.