# NTSB investigations: Bell 47G-3B-2

A list on [Bell 47G-3B-2](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47g-3b-2.md).

Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first.

Page 1 of 2 · 67 investigations

- [NTSB WPR14CA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14CA280.md): Bell 47G · Gaston, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 3, 2014 · N684PC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to maintain control of the helicopter as a result of a hydraulic hose becoming entangled around the right skid.
- [NTSB CEN12CA435](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA435.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Treynor, IA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 9, 2012 · N2919W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB WPR11LA379](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA379.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Los Banos, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 2011 · N475AL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inadequate preflight, and contamination of both the engine compressor section and the main rotor blades, which resulted in reduced performance of the engine and rotor system.
- [NTSB WPR09CA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA331.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Ocean Shores, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 7, 2009 · N8169J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the water while maneuvering due to the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB CHI08CA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA210.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Lafetyette, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 24, 2008 · N4029G · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during an aerial application flight due to a fatigue fracture of the carburetor heat control valve spring and the inadequate maintenance inspection by the pilot/mechanic. An additional cause was the low altitude of the operation.
- [NTSB LAX04CA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA121.md): Bell 47-G3B2 · Salome, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 11, 2004 · N8AG · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate clearance from trees while approaching the landing zone.
- [NTSB SEA04LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA018.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Monmouth, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 2003 · N7825S · Substantial damage
  > Fatigue failure of a tail rotor blade during hover operations.
- [NTSB SEA03LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA023.md): Bell 47G · Idaho Falls, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 2, 2003 · N4759R · Substantial damage
  > In-flight loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ATL00LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL00LA086.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Pine Hill, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2000 · N2243W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately preflight the helicopter, which resulted in his failure to remove the tie down.
- [NTSB ATL99LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA036.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Murfreesboro, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 1998 · N123NM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate flare and his diverted attention, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB FTW98GA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98GA097.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Spanish Fork, UT · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jan 14, 1998 · N1461W · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of power due to repeated engine overspeeds. A related factor was unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB FTW97LA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA319.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Montrose, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1997 · N2243W · Substantial damage
  > failure of the flight instructor (CFI) to properly supervise the flight and ensure that adequate rotor rpm was maintainted during the autorotation/landing. The high density altitude was a related factor.
- [NTSB SEA97LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA035.md): Bell 47G · Pendleton, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 1996 · N4758R · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's attempt to conduct visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, and his failure to maintain altitude/clearance with hilly terrain. A contributing factor in the accident was the presence of fog.
- [NTSB LAX95LA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA331.md): Bell 47G-3B2 · Yuma, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1995 · N7942J · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot and company maintenance personnel to detect a crack in the clevis ears during the required daily inspection and the recent annual inspection. A factor in the accident was the improper welding and stress relief procedure used to…
- [NTSB SEA94LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA029.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Toledo, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 9, 1993 · N8169J · Substantial damage
  > Transmission shear bolts failed causing a loss of power to the rotor system, and the pilot encountered unsuitable terrain during his autorotation attempt.
- [NTSB LAX91LA390](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA390.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Chula Vista, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1991 · N2618D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed and misjudging the landing flare altitude. The powerplant failure for an undetermined reason and the unsuitable terrain for the float equipped helicopter were factors in the accident.
- [NTSB SEA90LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA048.md): Bell BH-47G3B2 · Des Moines, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 1, 1990 · N4073G · Destroyed
  > Partial loss of engine power, cause undetermined. The aircraft was not recovered and examination of the engine was not possible.
- [NTSB LAX89DVA03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89DVA03.md): Bell 47G-3B2 · Strathmore, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Feb 1, 1989 · N2918W · Destroyed
  > Improper compensation for wind conditions by the pilot, and his failure to maintain clearance from the service truck. Factors relating to the accident were: the unfavorable (variable) and gusty wind conditions and close proximity of the service vehicle.
- [NTSB SEA89TL006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89TL006.md): Bell 47G-3B2 · Cottonwood Canyon, NV · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Final report · Oct 13, 1988 · N46073 · Substantial damage
  > On a flight to monitor animal health of horses, the pilot was attempting to land to a suitable landing site. During final approach on the third attempt, the airspeed was about 5 mph and altitude about 15 feet AGL, when the helicopter started turning to the…
- [NTSB DEN88LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN88LA135.md): Bell 47G · Terry, MT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1988 · N2243W · Substantial damage
  > The aircraft was on a ferry flight from alpine, WY. To belfield, ND. The plt departed alpine at approximately 0950 and made several enroute stops to refuel. The plt intended to land at miles city, MT to refuel but he got lost and flew to Terry, MT, located 38…
- [NTSB DEN87LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87LA235.md): Bell 47-G3B2 · Oakley, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1987 · N1038X · Substantial damage
  > The plt had just taken off from a confined area surrounded on two sides with electrical power lines. As he attempted to climb, he said his RPM began to bleed off. He stated that he made a right pedal turn to avoid the wires but was unable to prevent a hard…
- [NTSB SEA87LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA87LA118.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Milton-Freewatr, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 1987 · N2219W · Destroyed
  > The pilot was hovering up rising terrain at a slow airspeed, at 15 feet above the ground while on an agricultural spraying flight and encountered settling with power. The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent and impacted the ground.
- [NTSB SEA86LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA86LA177.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Nahcotta, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1986 · N7092J · Destroyed
  > While spraying oyster beds the pilot inadvertently flew the helicopter into the ground.
- [NTSB DEN86LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN86LA119.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Santa Fe, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 1986 · N4073G · Substantial damage
  > According to the student plt, he was attempting to hover the helicopter when he encountered turbulence. The student plt stated that the hard landing which followed resulted in spreading the skids & severing the tailboom.
- [NTSB DEN86LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN86LA079.md): Bell 47G3 B-2 · Grand Junction, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 18, 1986 · N1424W · Substantial damage
  > The plt stated that while turning to the intended landing area, the helicopter he was piloting encountered both downdrafts & tailwind. The plt indicated the helicopter settled until grnd contact.
- [NTSB SEA85LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA85LA022.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Nampa, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 1984 · N7927J · Substantial damage
  > Following a power loss-induced forced landing two days prior, the acft fuel pump and carburetor were changed and fuel lines flushed. Six hours of uneventful operations ensued before the power loss leading to this mishap occurred. Pwrloss occurred when the…
- [NTSB DEN83LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN83LA046.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 (Soloy) · Great Falls, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 6, 1983 · N7039J · Destroyed
  > While maneuvering at low altitude in search of animals, the pilot experienced a severe vibration through the flight controls. The helicopter began an uncontrolled descent and attempts to stop the descent by using the collective were unsuccessful. The…
- [NTSB SEA81DYM48](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA81DYM48.md): Bell 47G3B1 · Albany, OR · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 30, 1981 · N2243W · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX81DUJ64](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81DUJ64.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Tucson, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 25, 1981 · N4055G · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC80FNA12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC80FNA12.md): Bell 47G · Middleborough, MA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 28, 1980 · N2277W · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA80DYM29](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA80DYM29.md): Bell 47G-3B · Albany, OR · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Mar 28, 1980 · N2243W · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC80FNA10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC80FNA10.md): Bell 47G-3B · Plymouth, MA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Mar 20, 1980 · N7943J · Substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN79FA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79FA065.md): Bell 47G · Deming, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Sep 20, 1979 · N2220W · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN78FTE80](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN78FTE80.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Mesa, CO · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 28, 1978 · N7927J · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA78FYM25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA78FYM25.md): Bell 47G · Kings Valley, OR · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 15, 1978 · N2919W · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA78FYM14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA78FYM14.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Milton-Freewtr, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Jan 4, 1978 · N2906W · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA77FTI19](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA77FTI19.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Missoula, MT · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 1, 1977 · N7937J · Substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN77FTE31](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN77FTE31.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Greeley, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Apr 8, 1977 · N665GD · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN76AD073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN76AD073.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Mantua, UT · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Sep 25, 1976 · N2205W · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN76FTE94](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN76FTE94.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Aspen, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Aug 24, 1976 · N4074G · Destroyed
- [NTSB SEA76DYC66](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA76DYC66.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Vancouver, WA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 11, 1976 · N7092J · Destroyed
- [NTSB SEA76DYA36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA76DYA36.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Gooding, ID · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 8, 1976 · N1424W · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA76DYG44](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA76DYG44.md): Bell 47G-3B · Palouse, WA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 21, 1976 · N2240W · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX76AL028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX76AL028.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Ventura, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Oct 25, 1975 · N7977J · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX75FVA66](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX75FVA66.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Bakersfied, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · May 23, 1975 · N2906W · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN75FQA24](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN75FQA24.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Dec 17, 1974 · N4730R · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX75FUQ14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX75FUQ14.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Camarillo, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Oct 18, 1974 · N4079G · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN75FQD06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN75FQD06.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Mesquite, NM · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 29, 1974 · N4730R · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA74DYG50](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA74DYG50.md): Bell 47G3B2 · Clarkston, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Jun 23, 1974 · N8169J · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK74DVG10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK74DVG10.md): Bell 47G-3B · Happy Camp, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 20, 1973 · N7958J · Substantial damage

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('1181029', '1181036')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47g-3b-2/ntsb

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