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Aircraft model · Rotorcraft · Rotorcraft · registry code 1181030

Manufacturer (registry)
BELL
Model
47G-4
Registry code
1181030
Registered
13 aircraft
Type
Rotorcraft
Engines
1 · Reciprocating
Seats
3
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise speed
78 mph
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDS2H3
Holder
Scott's-Bell 47 Inc

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 · 39

1959Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 42

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

1961In forceSuperseded2026
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Registered aircraft · 13

N1139WMundis Jay E · Red Lion, PABuilt 1964 · S/N 3164N1150WBoho LLC · Lewes, DEBuilt 1964 · S/N 3327N1184WJohnson Kyle L · Exira, IABuilt 1965 · S/N 3341N12RNSunshine Holding LLC · Danbury, CTBuilt 1965 · S/N 3350N3081GScotts Helicopter Service Inc · Le Sueur, MNBuilt 1964 · S/N 3153N3094GScotts Helicopter Services Inc · Le Sueur, MNBuilt 1965 · S/N 3361N474RPEcho Matrix LLC · Bentonville, ARBuilt 1965 · S/N 3344N5220URitel Copter Service Inc · Hudson, IABuilt 1964 · S/N 3150N73279Mc Helicopter LLC · Summerfield, FLS/N 3134N73943Green Rick A · Hudson, IAS/N 2862N77DPDt Pralle Enterprises Inc · Hampton, IABuilt 1965 · S/N 3343N8478LSouthern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee · Casper, WYBuilt 1963 · S/N 3339N96133Stringfellow Bruce · Irving, TXBuilt 1974 · S/N 3345
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NTSB investigations · 58

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 1 case 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 13 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB WPR11CA398Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 47G-4 · Los Banos, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power poles while maneuvering during low-altitude operations.Aug 21, 2011 · N948DS · Substantial damageNTSB LAX03LA197Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47-G4 · Porterville, CAloss of control for undetermined reasons.Jun 13, 2003 · N9017N · DestroyedNTSB FTW03CA146Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 47G-4 · Robinson, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the ground while performing a quick stop maneuver which resulted in a dynamic rollover.May 12, 2003 · N4205D · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 36

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

Accident 20110821017499ABell 47G-4 · Los Banos, CAHalfway through a cleanup swath run of the first flight of the day the pilot hit a power pole with the rotor blades. The pilot had previously sprayed the field about a week ago and knew where the power poles were. He had shut off spray momentarilly for bee…Aug 21, 2011 · N948DS · Substantial damageAccident 20030613011409ABell 47G4 · Portervill, CA(-23) After completing application on a field the pilot returned to truck for fuel and chemical for the next corn field. Instead of flying west to the next field to be sprayed, the pilot flew sw and then began a left turning arc eventually heading north,…Jun 13, 2003 · N9017N · Destroyed · 1 fatalAccident 20030512011309ABell 47G4 · Levi, TX(-23) The pilot stated that he was doing a quick stop maneuver when the tail impacted the ground. The helicopter then made a very hard landing on the left skid which broke and the helicopter rolled to the left.May 12, 2003 · N4205D · Substantial damage
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Service difficulty reports · 4

SDR CA080407007Gear Set · shearedAPPROX 100 HRS AGO TRANSMISSION WAS O/H AND NEW PMA GEAR SET WAS INSTALLED S/N GR586A FROM HELICOPTER TECH DURING FLIGHT PILOT HEARD AND FELT NOISE AND MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING AND FOUND COOLING FAN DRIVE PULLEY AND APPROX 1.25 INCHES OF THE DRIVE SHAFT WAApr 5, 2008 · Bell 47G4 · Rotorcraft Cooling Fan SystemSDR CA060417001Engine · shutdownHELICOPTER WAS FLYING ALONG AND ENGINE QUIT, SUCCESSFUL AUTOROTATION WAS ACCOMPLISHED. UPON INVESTIGATION OF ENGINE, IT WAS FOUND THAT NONE OF THE VALVES WERE OPENING OR CLOSING AND THEREFORE SUGGESTS THAT CAM SHAFT IS NOT TURNING OR HAS BROKEN, ENGINE IS BEIApr 14, 2006 · Bell 47G4 · Engine (Reciprocating)SDR CA011003002Bearing · failed(CAN) INITIAL PROBLEM ENCOUNTERED WAS A CHANGE IN IDLE SPEED. IDLE WAS ADJUSTED, AIRCRAFT WAS TEST FLOWN & NBO PROBLEMS EXISTED.NEXT DAY AIRCRAFT IDLE SPEED HAD CHANGED. IDLE WAS ADJUSTED & RIGGING CHECKED. AIRCRAFT WAS RUN & TEST FLOWN. WHILE AIRCRAFT WAS RETSep 4, 2001 · Bell 47G4 · Fuel Control/Turbine EnginesSDR CA960514105Rotors · eroded(CAN) HEAVY EROSION OF 4TH AND 5TH STAGE ROTORS AND UNDERCUTTING ON 4TH AND 5TH STAGE STATOR VANES. CORROSION OF COMPRESSOR SCROLL.May 10, 1995 · Bell 47G4 · Turbine Engine Compressor Section
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STCs that may be installed · 138

Approved for this model: the STC’s model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. The registry doesn’t record which STCs an aircraft has.

STC SA800EAInstallation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power suppliesWhelen Aerospace TechnologiesSTC SH100WEInstallation of fiberglass baggage carriers.Texas Transland LLCSTC SH3319NMInstallation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,Precise Flight Inc
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The same model under other registry codes

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

Bell-K-Copter 47G40 registered aircraftRegistry code 118103Z
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