# Bell 222 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 1182122 - Manufacturer (registry): BELL - Model: 222 - Aircraft type: Rotorcraft - Engines: 2 - Seats: 10 - Data sheet: TCDS H9SW - Registered aircraft: 15 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-222 ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2026-17-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-17-51): Tail rotor system · Bell Textron Canada 222. Effective Sep 14, 2026 - [AD 2023-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-11-07): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters 47, 206, 210 and 237 more. Effective Jun 22, 2023 - [AD 2021-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-19-01): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Shoulder harness restraint system (Bell Helicopter Textron STC SH2073SO or SH2751SO). Effective Oct 13, 2021 - [AD 2016-08-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-08-17): Rotorcraft Servo System · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective May 31, 2016 - [AD 2013-18-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-18-06): Main Rotor Control · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206A, 206B, 206L and 10 more. Effective Oct 17, 2013 - [AD 2010-26-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-26-51): Tail rotor blade · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206A, 206B, 206L and 10 more. Effective Mar 25, 2011 - [AD 2010-10-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-10-12): Blades · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective Jul 16, 2010 - [AD 2008-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-02): Main rotor hydraulic actuator support (support) · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective Oct 16, 2008 - [AD 2008-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-16-04): Tail rotor pedal · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Sep 15, 2008 - [AD 2008-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-14-01): Fuel valve switch · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective Aug 14, 2008 - [AD 2006-13-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-13-14): Tail rotor counterweight bellcrank (bellcrank) · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006 - [AD 2005-03-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-03-10): Main rotor grip (grip) · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective Mar 18, 2005 - [AD 2004-20-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-20-07): Main rotor yoke (yoke) · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective Nov 9, 2004 - [AD 2003-13-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-13-13): Magnetic brake assembly · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Aug 12, 2003 - [AD 2003-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-08-07): main rotor pendulum · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective May 1, 2003 - [AD 2002-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-05): Rescue hoists · Agusta A109, A109A, A109A II and 31 more. Effective Nov 7, 2002 - [AD 2002-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-02): Right-hand upper fuel enclosure area · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective Nov 7, 2002 - [AD 2001-19-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-19-52): Main Rotor Pendulum Weight Supports · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective Oct 30, 2001 - [AD 2001-01-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-01-51): Main Rotor Hydraulic Actuator Support · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 2 more. Effective Mar 2, 2001 - [AD 2000-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-10-14): Yoke Attachment Bolt · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective Jun 26, 2000 - [AD 2000-04-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-04-15): Drive Pin · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective Mar 14, 2000 - [AD 99-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-23-04): Torque Of Vertical Fin Attachment Bolts Inspection · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Nov 19, 1999 - [AD 99-09-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-09-20): Main Rotor Flapping Bearing Assembly · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective May 14, 1999 - [AD 96-18-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-18-15): Tail Rotor Blade · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B, 222U and 1 more. Effective Sep 23, 1996 - [AD 93-08-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-08-14): Main Rotor Flapping Bearings · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Apr 6, 1994 - [AD 87-09-02 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-09-02-R2): Drive Hub Assembly · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Dec 22, 1989 - [AD 89-25-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-25-04): Tail Rotor Support Bracket Bulkhead · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222 and 222B. Effective Dec 20, 1989 - [AD 88-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-02-03): Main Rotor Yoke · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Nov 28, 1989 - [AD 89-17-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-17-05): Horizontal Stabilizers · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Aug 28, 1989 - [AD 87-13-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-13-01): Rfm Changes - Engine · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective May 27, 1988 - [AD 85-14-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-14-11): Linkage Rivets · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Feb 9, 1988 - [AD 87-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-19-01): Stc Sh479gl Labels · Lubrication oil scavenge filter is installed in the existing… (Facet Filter Products STC SH1853SO or 3 others). Effective Dec 18, 1987 - [AD 87-15-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-15-07): M/R Flapping Bearing · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Aug 7, 1987 - [AD 84-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-12-02): Support Fittings · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222. Effective Jul 11, 1984 - [AD 83-02-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-02-51): Walking Beam Assemblies · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222 and 222B. Effective May 15, 1984 - [AD 83-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-09-03): Main Rotor Trunnion, Torquemeter · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective May 23, 1983 - [AD 82-09-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-09-53): Swashplate Drive Links · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222. Effective Aug 19, 1982 - [AD 82-16-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-16-06): Main Rotor Spar Doublers · Bell Helicopter Textron, A Division of Textron Canada 222, 222B and 222U. Effective Jul 30, 1982 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 2021-23-13, AD 2010-19-51, AD 2009-08-03, AD 2007-19-52, AD 2005-04-09, AD 2004-26-11, AD 2002-08-54 ## NTSB investigations (19, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CEN26FA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26FA015), Oct 11, 2025: Bell 222 (N222EX), Huntington Beach, CA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA19LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19LA145), Mar 30, 2019: Bell 222 (N222ML), Montgomery, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power, as reported by the pilot, during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on available information. - [NTSB CEN09CA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA218), Mar 13, 2009: Bell 222 (N222LL), Milliken, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The separation of the left engine cowling for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB CEN09MA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09MA019), Oct 16, 2008: Bell 222 (N992AA), Aurora, IL, destroyed, 4 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the 734-foot-tall lighted tower during the visual night flight due to inadequate preflight planning, insufficient altitude, and a flight route too low… - [NTSB LAX03IA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03IA252), Jul 30, 2003: Bell 222 (N29KH), Salinas, CA, incident, no damage. Probable cause: The fatigue failure (fracture) of the right forward transmission lift link during cruise flight, which resulted in a severe vibration and an emergency landing. - [NTSB LAX99FA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99FA003), Oct 4, 1998: Bell 222 (N213ML), Las Vegas, NV, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to ensure that both throttles were in the takeoff position. Factors were the pilot's decision to takeoff with a tailwind, and his lack of recurrent emergency procedure training in… - [NTSB CHI98FA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98FA323), Aug 21, 1998: Bell 222 (N30SV), Spencer, IA, destroyed, 3 fatal. Probable cause: The below standard (loose) fit of the 'white' swashplate outer ring pin resulting in fatigue and subsequent separation of the pin, and ultimately the in-flight breakup of the rotorcraft. A factor was… - [NTSB LAX92LA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA237), Jun 7, 1992: Bell 222 (N5007L), Mariposa, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT DECISION TO TAKEOFF AND FLY WITH A KNOWN DEFICIENCY IN ONE OF THE HELICOPTER'S ENGINES. - [NTSB DEN89LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA090), Mar 23, 1989: Bell 222 (N5008Q), Leadville, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO COMPENSATE ADEQUATELY FOR WIND CONDITIONS WITH RUDDER PEDALS WHILE MANEUVERING IN UNFAVORABLE WIND AND HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE. - [NTSB NYC86FA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC86FA183), Jul 17, 1986: Bell B-222A (N404WW), Staten Island, NY, substantial damage All 19: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-222/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (24, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20190330002179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190330002179A), Mar 30, 2019: Bell 222 (N222ML), Montgomery, NY, Substantial damage. On March 30, 2019 at approximately 1230 eastern daylight time the subject aircraft, was substantially damaged during a forced landing shortly after takeoff… - [Accident 20090313002369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090313002369A), Mar 13, 2009: Bell 222 (N222LL), Milliken, CO, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft departed apa, 30 minutes into flight while over the town of Milliken, CO the left engine cowling opened striking both main rotor blades causing… - [Accident 20081015849819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20081015849819A), Oct 15, 2008: Bell 222 (N992AA), Aurora, IL, Destroyed, 4 fatal. (-23) On October 15, 2008, at approximately 2358 CDT (UTC-5), N992AA, a Bell helicopter Textron BHT-222 operated by air angels incorporated as angel flight… - [Incident 20070804828379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070804828379I), Aug 4, 2007: Bell 222 (N990AA), Aurora, IL, Substantial damage. (-23) While circling an automobile accident the helicopter lost power. The PIC stated that the low rotor speed horn sounded and caution light came on. The PIC… - [Incident 20030731021929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030731021929I), Jul 31, 2003: Bell 222 (N29KH), Morgan Hill, CA. (-23) While in cruise flight right hand lift link failed. Pilot made a precautionary landing, no damage or injuries. Bell helicopter notified, and Bell… - [Accident 19981004027929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981004027929A), Oct 4, 1998: Bell 222 (N213ML), Las Vegas, NV, Destroyed. Engine failed and the acft crashed and rolled over. (.19)on October 4, 1998, at 1555 hours pacific daylight time, a Bell 222, N213ML, collided with the ground… - [Accident 19980820021389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980820021389A), Aug 20, 1998: Bell 222 (N30SV), Spencer, IA, Destroyed, 3 fatal. The bht 222 departed the sioux valley hospital in fsd on a VFR flight to the Spencer municipal hospital in Spencer, IA (spw). In cruise flight, approximately 2… - [Accident 19920607018429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920607018429A), Jun 7, 1992: Bell 222 (N5007L), Mariposa, CA, Destroyed. Had NR2 engine problem. Attempted ferry flight for maintenance.NR2 engine over temp on takeoff,crash landed,hit tree - [Incident 19900916051199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900916051199I), Sep 16, 1990: Cessna 208 (N9225F), Honolulu, HI. Engine quit. Parachutists dropped. Landed without power. Company would not cooperate. - [Accident 19890323004739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890323004739A), Mar 23, 1989: Bell 222 (N5008Q), Leadville, CO, Substantial damage. Lost tail rotor effectiveness while turning in a hover on an aerial taxi test flight. Impacted in turn. Chopped tail All 24: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-222/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 15, https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-222/aircraft - ads: 45, https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-222/ads - incidents: 24, https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-222/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.