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Aircraft model · Rotorcraft · Rotorcraft · registry code 1182149

Manufacturer (registry)
BELL
Model
230
Registry code
1182149
Registered
13 aircraft
Type
Rotorcraft
Engines
2 · Turbo-shaft
Seats
11
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDSH9SW
Holder
Bell Textron Canada Limited

Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

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Aircraft by year built · 26

1988Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 22

ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1996In forceSuperseded2026
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Registered aircraft · 13

N230EFCentral American Aviation Services Inc · Las Vegas, NVBuilt 1993 · S/N 23007N230GSSolomon Mark Trustee · Wilmington, DEBuilt 1995 · S/N 23037N230HHeger Scott J · Laguna Niguel, CABuilt 1994 · S/N 23019N230HSBirken Holdings LLC · Wilmington, DEBuilt 1994 · S/N 23022N230MKJkr Distribution LLC · Santa Paula, CABuilt 1995 · S/N 23035N230YBYb Bell Inc · Wilmington, DEBuilt 1994 · S/N 23023N449BAirtrust LLC - 16 - Series 16 Trustee · Sheridan, WYBuilt 1995 · S/N 23034N8060VBeta Cross Corp · Wilmington, DES/N 23006N828KBAmerican Business Aircraft LLC · Dover, DES/N 23014N880SFMagnum Aviation LLC · Goff, KSS/N 23024N904CMRepublic Helicopters Inc · Santa Fe, TXBuilt 1993 · S/N 23013N974RHTurbines Ltd · West Point, NEBuilt 1994 · S/N 23020N982RHTurbines Ltd · West Point, NEBuilt 1993 · S/N 23009
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STCs approved for this model · 62

STC SA4302NMInstallation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer.Electronics InternationalSTC SH201WEInstallation of stirrup assemblies to directional control pedals for operation by handicapped pilot. (US ARMY OH-13E 205A)Dallwig Barry CSTC SH2697SOInstallation of a Wire Strike Protection System Kit.Bristol Aerospace Ltd
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NTSB investigations · 6

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 3 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events

In the probable cause, 2008 on

Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings

First occurrence, 1982 to 2007

Of 2 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB CEN16CA393Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 230 · Fargo, NDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the ground obstacle during the landing with gusting winds present.Sep 30, 2016 · N903SH · Substantial damageNTSB CEN11CA232Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 230 · Gulf of Mexico, LAThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the safety skirting during the repositioning landing.Mar 17, 2011 · N974RH · Substantial damageNTSB CEN09IA618Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBell 230 · Peoria, ILThe loss of the number one hydraulic system fluid and hydraulic pressure during cruise due to the failure of the bolts that secure the hydraulic pump's cover.Jul 1, 2009 · N880SF · No damageNTSB CHI03IA293Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBell 230 · Wilmington, ILThe material defect during the manufacture of the tail rotor counterweight bellcrank and the bellcrank's subsequent failure due to a fatigue fracture.Aug 20, 2003 · N880SF · Minor damageNTSB FTW94FA274Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBell 230 · Albert Lea, MNThe pilot's failure to execute the proper approach and the ensuing settling with power. Factors were the tailwind, and the congestion around the airport.Aug 19, 1994 · N230EM · Substantial damageNTSB ATL82DKW01Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-28 · Jacksboro, TNOct 1, 1981 · N9778W · Destroyed
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  WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('1182149')
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FAA incident reports · 6

Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Accident 20160929019709ABell 230 · Fargo, NDWhile executing an approach to the helipad, a gust of wind lifted the nose of the aircraft forcing the tail rotor to make contact with a fence surrounding a jet a fuel tank on a platform below the helipad. The pilot successfully landed the aircraft on the…Sep 29, 2016 · N903SH · Substantial damageIncident 20111117027159IBell 230 · Springfield, ILAfter landing at the heliport associated with memorial Medical center- Springfield, IL (54LL), the left main landing gear assembly broke through a grated roof drain cover which resulted in the aircraft listing left and rotating counter clockwise around the…Nov 17, 2011 · N880SF · Minor damageAccident 20110317005109ABell 230 · Abbeville, LAPilot was asked to reposition aircraft to allow another aircraft to land on helideck. While repositioning the pilot allowed the tailrotor to strike a pole used to support the lightning strike grounding system. The pilot then felt that the tail rotor was going…Mar 17, 2011 · N974RH · Substantial damageIncident 20090701020029IBell 230 · Peoria, ILPilot reported a hydraulic system failure and declared and emergency. The aircraft landed without incident at Peoria, IL (pia). This incident is closed with this report.Jul 1, 2009 · N880SF · No damageAccident 19940819022279ABell 230 · Albert Lea, MNTried to land downwind. Entered settling with power. Impact caused damage and fire.Aug 19, 1994 · N230EM · Substantial damageAccident 19811001066259APiper PA28140 · Jacksboro, TNAircraft crashed during landing when approaching thunderstorm caused windshift.Oct 1, 1981 · N9778W · Substantial damage
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Service difficulty reports · 639

SDR CA140521009Fuel Control · malfunctioned(CAN) IN CRUISE FLIGHT NR 1 ENGINE PARTIAL POWER LOSS, 40 PERCENT TORQUE SPLIT FROM ENGINE NR 2. ENGINE NR 1 ROLLED BACK MANUALLY TO IDLE, ENGINE LIGHT OUT ILLUMINATED, THROTTLE MANUALLY ROLLED BACK UP, CONTINUED TO LAND WITH TORQUE SPLIT. GROUND RUN CARRIEDMay 15, 2014 · Bell 230 · Fuel Control/Reciprocating EnginesSDR O842011F00000Valve · bypassingNR 1 ENGINE WAS LOW. TROUBLESHOT AND FOUND NR 1 OVERSPEED VALVE BYPASSING AIR. PART HAD BEEN INSTALLED FOR 115.4 HRS SINCE O/H.Aug 8, 2011 · N830SF · Bell 230 · Engine (Turbine/Turboprop)SDR O842010F00000Starter Gen · malfunctionedGENERATOR WOULD NOT GO ON-LINE AFTER ENGINE START FOR RETURN FLIGHT BACK TO HOME BASE FROM HELIPAD AFTER PATIENT DROP-OFF.Jul 28, 2010 · N880SF · Bell 230 · Starter-Generator
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The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

Morane-Saulnier 2301 registered aircraftRegistry code 5910399American Eagle 2300 registered aircraftRegistry code 7680230
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