# FAA incident reports: Bell 47G-4A A list on [Bell 47G-4A](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47g-4a.md). Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first. Page 1 of 3 · 103 reports - [Accident 20250731018149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250731018149A.md): Bell 47G-4A · Belle Plaine, MN · Jul 31, 2025 · N102SH · Substantial damage > The aircraft was returning to base after conducting aerial application operations. Before reaching base, the aircraft experienced engine issues and crashed into a hay field. The tail boom separated from the fuselage. The PIC stated an inspection of the fuel… - [Incident 20220219002209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220219002209I.md): Bell 47G-4A · Titusville, FL · Feb 19, 2022 · N1342X · Minor damage > Pilot was with a student who had about 100 hours in helicopters. They were practicing a circling approach and student was directed to hover over the landing area, but instead was setting it down. Realizing the decent rate was to fast and the mis-communication… - [Accident 20190827011669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190827011669A.md): Bell 47G-4A · North Las Vegas, NV · Aug 27, 2019 · N6064H · Substantial damage > On August 27, 2019, at approximately 1500 PST, N6064H, a Bell 47G-4A helicopter, impacted terrain shortly after coming to a hover at the North Las Vegas Airport in North Las Vegas, Nevada. There were two occupants aboard the aircraft. The PIC and a passenger.… - [Accident 20150725014259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150725014259A.md): Bell 47G-4A · De Queen, AR · Jul 25, 2015 · N1420W · Substantial damage > On July 25, 2015, at approximately 0730 CDT, a Bell 47G-4A, N1420W, registered to hammock flying service, inc., lifted to a hover from a platform atop a fuel truck located at De Queen, Arkansas. During the hover, the aircraft lost lift, descending alongside… - [Accident 20150724011709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150724011709A.md): Bell 47G-4A · Gilbert, IA · Jul 24, 2015 · N1396X · Substantial damage > After completing aerial application, the pilot climbed up to an altitude of approximately 150 AGL over the corn field. The airman then nosed the aircraft over to fly to a landing site nearby. The airspeed was described by the pilot as slow when he nosed the… - [Incident 20130729014999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130729014999I.md): Bell 47G-4A · Beaman, IA · Jul 29, 2013 · N1396X · Minor damage > The airman was conducting agricultural aerial application in a cornfield. He had conducted multiple passes in this field. The field had electrical transmission lines that were running through the field. The airman was aware of the wires had conducted multiple… - [Accident 20110618012569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110618012569A.md): Bell 47G-4A · Five Miles West, MO · Jun 18, 2011 · N24HM · Substantial damage > Agricultural helicopter N24HM landed on top of the service vehicle to be serviced with fuel and product by the vehicle driver. Fuel was reportedly added to 25 gallons total and the spray tanks were serviced with tank cleaner to a quantity indicating 70… - [Accident 20100724042799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100724042799A.md): Bell 47G-4A · Eyota, MN · Jul 24, 2010 · N124SH · Destroyed · 1 fatal > Helicopter departed truck and was enroute to spray a field when it struck a small hill. This caused substantial damage and fatal injuries to the pilot in command. - [Accident 20100608034879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100608034879A.md): Bell 47G-4A · Shaw Island, WA · Jun 8, 2010 · N7069J · Substantial damage > On June 9, 2010, during a telephone interview with the PIC, [privacy data omitted], he stated that the helicopter, Bell 47G (N7069J) which was equipped with two fixed floats, took-off from a private airstrip on Shaw Island along with passenger [privacy data… - [Accident 20100122026059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100122026059A.md): Bell 47G-4A · Shafter, CA · Jan 22, 2010 · N28938 · Substantial damage > Pilot stated he was nearing his first aerial application pass traveling in a northwest direction, turning and decending. Approximate altitude of 80 feet and airspeed of about 70 mph. He heard a 'pop' and experienced vibration. He decided to land close to a… - [Accident 20080724850309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080724850309A.md): Bell 47G4A · Mayville, WI · Jul 24, 2008 · N24HM · Minor damage · 1 fatal > (-23) After lifting off from the chemical truck to begin spraying application, the witness on the truck stated that the aircraft was able to move forward but not gain altitude. He reported hearing a rhythmic miss coming from the engine. While setting the… - [Accident 20060530009509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060530009509A.md): Bell 47G4A · Sheridan, AR · May 30, 2006 · N4086C · Substantial damage > (-23) On may 30, 2006, about 1737 central daylight time, a Bell helicopter BHT-47-G4A, operated as a commercial agricultural aircraft, zmug, by the commercial pilot, that was substantially damaged after hearing a loud noise and loss of power near the city… - [Accident 20050715016059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050715016059A.md): Bell 47G4A · Black Oak, AR · Jul 15, 2005 · N4087L · Substantial damage > (-23) On July 15, 2005 at 1345 local time rotorcraft N4087L, a Bell BHT-47-G4A piloted by [privacy data omitted] crashed in a field near Black Oak, Arkansas. The pilot [privacy data omitted] was spraying a field with malathion for the Arkansas boll weevil… - [Accident 20050525010219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050525010219A.md): Bell 47G4A · Buttonwillow, CA · May 25, 2005 · N110DT · Destroyed > (-23) The pilot knew that the power lines were near the edge of the field but failed to miss them as he approached the cotton field on his second pass. An onscene investigation was not necessary due to pictures from the kern county sheriffs department and the… - [Accident 20040403004479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040403004479A.md): Bell 47G4A · Shafter, CA · Apr 3, 2004 · N7NB · Substantial damage > (-23) During aerial application, the rotorcraft experienced loss of tail rotor authority. Further investigation revealed that all hangar bearings, spline-coupling shafts and gearing (output quill) from the transmission to the tail rotor gearbox appeared to be… - [Incident 20040319006589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040319006589I.md): Bell 47G4A · Detroit, MI · Mar 19, 2004 · N55ZD · Minor damage > (-23) Number 4 connecting rod failed. In level flight helicopter lost power. The pilot autorotated to a safe landing in the grass along the south side of runway 27L. Inspection revealed the number 4 connecting rod failed. - [Accident 20020623015009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020623015009A.md): Bell 47G4A · Grandlake, LA · Jun 23, 2002 · N62446 · No damage > (-23) During take off from an unimproved landing area a passenger blocked the cyclic control resulting in the right skid contacting the ground. The aircraft then rolled over and crashed. The aircraft experienced a post crash fire and was destroyed. All… - [Accident 20020525015489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020525015489A.md): Bell 47G4A · Yauco, Puerto Rico · May 25, 2002 · N6SR · No damage · 1 fatal > (-23) During cruise flight pilot noticed partial loss of engine power, he also noticed engine oil pressure reading low. Pilot decided to do a precautionary landing in a parking lot spotted from the air. He touched down at the parking lot too close to parked… - [Accident 20010811020569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010811020569A.md): Bell 47G4A · Strathmore, CA · Aug 11, 2001 · N4262Y · No damage > (-23) Approximately 06:30 the pilot arrived at the field in which he intended to do agricultural spraying. The pilot did two complete turns around this field to inspect for all powerlines prior to application. The pilot began the application of spray at a… - [Accident 20010531009989A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010531009989A.md): Bell 47G4A · Bakersffield, CA · May 31, 2001 · N110DT · Substantial damage > (.19)On may 31, 2001, at 1136 hours pacific daylight time, a Bell 47G-4A, N110DT, crashed under unknown circumstances near bakersfield, California. The helicopter sustained substantial damage; however, the certificated commercial pilot was not injured. The… - [Accident 20000307005009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000307005009A.md): Bell 47G4 · Wasco, CA · Mar 7, 2000 · N1354X · No damage > (-23) On March 7, 2000, at approximately 1025 am PST, Bell 47G4, N1354X, piloted by a commerical helicopter pilot on a part 137 aerial application, after take-off from a truck mounted landing pad, under drooped rotor speed, suffered a partial power… - [Incident 19990817012379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990817012379I.md): Bell 47G4A · Sparta, TN · Aug 17, 1999 · N62446 · Minor damage · 1 fatal > 1967 Bell 47G-4A had to make an emergency landing for unknown reasons shortly after take-off, after exiting the acft the pilot was struck and killed by the main rotor, other circumstances are unknown. (-23) aircraft took off from atop a fueling truck,… - [Accident 19980823021849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980823021849A.md): Bell 47G4A · Carrollton, AL · Aug 23, 1998 · N7162M · Substantial damage > 1967 Bell 47G-4A helicopter experienced an interruption of engine power at a low altitude, and the acft made an emergency hard landing. (.4) history of flight - on August 23, 1998, about 1600 central daylight time, a Bell 47G-4A, N7162M, registered to… - [Accident 19980614013369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980614013369A.md): Bell 47G4A · Shafter, CA · Jun 14, 1998 · N110DT · Substantial damage > Bell 47G-4A helicopter made a hard landing and tipped over on its nose. St. petersburg, FL.(.4) on June 14, 1998, at 1530 hours pacific daylight time, a Bell 47G-4A, N110DT, experienced a hard landing at the Shafter-Minter airport in Shafter, California. The… - [Accident 19971016046479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971016046479A.md): Bell 47G4A · Welch, LA · Oct 16, 1997 · N7104J · No damage > (-23) On October 16, 1997, at approximately 0955 CDT, a Bell 47G-4A helicopter, N7104J, owned and operated by industrial helicopters inc., under title 14 CFR part 137, was substantially damaged following an abrupt maneuver to avoid a wire and impacted the… - [Accident 19970817025889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970817025889A.md): Bell 47G4A · Wellpinit, WA · Aug 17, 1997 · N9571 · Substantial damage > (.19) On August 17, 1997, about 1420 pacific daylight time, N9571, a Bell 47G helicopter, operated by the owner/pilot, impacted terrain and was substantially damaged during landing near Wellpinit, Washington. The private pilot, the sole occupant, received… - [Accident 19960919029369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960919029369A.md): Bell 47G4A · Belmont, MS · Sep 19, 1996 · N23PH · Substantial damage > Aircraft lost control and crashed into trees. (.4)during an aerial application operation, the pilot was making east and west swath runs. He reported that he had dispensed about half of his load, when he noted a vibration in the tail rotor pedals during a… - [Accident 19960826023799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960826023799A.md): Bell 47G4A · Tamuning, Guam · Aug 26, 1996 · N474GA · Destroyed · 1 fatal > Banner fell off helicopter at cruise. Plane spun to right into ocean. Had lost tail rotor drive pin. Lost control. - [Accident 19960811022109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960811022109A.md): Bell 47G4A · Adel, GA · Aug 11, 1996 · N9472G · Destroyed · 1 fatal > Helicopter working on tv tower, wind affected the aircraft making hard to control. Rotor blade struck tower. - [Accident 19951102046959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951102046959A.md): Bell 47G4A · Pacific Ocean, Guam · Nov 2, 1995 · N99138 · Destroyed > Fish spotting. After liftoff ship pad hydraulic failure. In hover next to ship spotter jumped out. 47 rolled over. (.19) on November 2, 1995, about 1000 hours local ship time, a Bell 47G-4A helicopter, N99138, collided with the Pacific Ocean about 800 miles… - [Accident 19951003030889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951003030889A.md): Bell 47G4A · Edinburg, TX · Oct 3, 1995 · N6SR · Substantial damage > Liftoff flatbed encountered wind gust at transitional speed. Rolled. Pitched down. Right skid hit water in a pond. - [Accident 19950812023409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950812023409A.md): Bell 47G4A · Arlington Heigh, IL · Aug 12, 1995 · N4032G · Substantial damage > Flight 2 helicopters landing on race track. Got too close. Slowed steep descent. Get into settling with power. (-23) Mr. Meilahn was employed by and operating the helicopter owned by clark mosque mgmt company at the Arlington park rach track. He was giving… - [Accident 19950207001279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950207001279A.md): Bell 47G4A · China Lake, CA · Feb 7, 1995 · N26177 · Destroyed > While herding horses, hit a tree. - [Accident 19950201001019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950201001019A.md): Bell 47G4A · Eagle Pass, TX · Feb 1, 1995 · N6SR · Destroyed > Predator control flight chasing bobcat. Right quartering tailwind caused loss tail rotor effect. Spun to impact. - [Accident 19930213002339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930213002339A.md): Bell 47G4A · Bakersfield, CA · Feb 13, 1993 · N1185W · Substantial damage > Main rotor clutch slipped on vertical takeoff from loading truck. Lost rotor RPM. Made hard autorotation landing. - [Accident 19920616020669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920616020669A.md): Bell 47G4A · Shelburne Falls, MA · Jun 16, 1992 · N1041B · Destroyed · 3 fatal > Struck wires flying low over a river on a business survey flight. Dropped into river on impact. - [Accident 19910820035189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910820035189A.md): Bell 47G4A · Kettleman, CA · Aug 20, 1991 · N4062G · Substantial damage > Fuel starvation during spray run. Made hard landing damaging helicopter. - [Incident 19901012051429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901012051429I.md): Bell 47G4A · Boise, ID · Oct 12, 1990 · N9472G > Engine failure. Autorotated and landed without damage. Pilot stated compressor stall caused problem. - [Accident 19900414009099A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900414009099A.md): Bell 47G4A · Bixby, OK · Apr 14, 1990 · N2238W · Destroyed > Loud bang during a final spray run. Spray boom hit the wheat and helicopter crashed ejecting pilot. Cause unknown. - [Incident 19900306034799I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900306034799I.md): Bell 47G4A · Portville, CA · Mar 6, 1990 · N4262Y · Minor damage > Contacted powerline at the end of a spray run. Landed safely. - [Accident 19870908050469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870908050469A.md): Bell 47G4A · Minot, ND · Sep 8, 1987 · N2238W · Substantial damage > The helicopter lost rotor speed after encountering its own wake during spraying. Valve failure prevented load dump. - [Accident 19870202002229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870202002229A.md): Bell 47G4A · Stockton, CA · Feb 2, 1987 · N28938 · Substantial damage > The engine failed from fuel starvation and the helicopter made a hard landing. Fuel disconnect fitting fatigued. - [Accident 19860808038149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860808038149A.md): Bell 47G4A · Shafter, CA · Aug 8, 1986 · N1185W · Substantial damage > The helicopter struck the ground during takeoff after loss of directional control. Tailrotor drive shaft failed. - [Accident 19850731040539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850731040539A.md): Bell 47G4A · Minot, ND · Jul 31, 1985 · N1041B · Substantial damage > Lost control during takeoff and crashed. Aircraft out of annual. Pilots medical denied and competancy a factor. - [Accident 19840221003819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840221003819A.md): Bell 47G4A · Refugio, TX · Feb 21, 1984 · N7956J · Destroyed > Report indicates pilots control inputs caused a tail boom strike by a main rotor while herding cattle. - [Accident 19830927055499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830927055499A.md): Bell 47G4A · Lodi, CA · Sep 27, 1983 · N7956S · Destroyed > Engine quit 20 feet above ground on takeoff. Helicopter slid down a bank and rolled on landing. Water found in fuel - [Accident 19830927053059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830927053059A.md): Bell 47G4A · Catarina, TX · Sep 27, 1983 · N7919S · Destroyed > Pilot allowed tail rotor to contact platform during lift off. Helicopter rolled over and caught fire. - [Accident 19830925054069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830925054069A.md): Bell 47G4A · Wise, VA · Sep 25, 1983 · N1400W · Substantial damage > Student allowed a tail rotor strike while transitioning to a hover from a power approach lost control. Rolled over. - [Accident 19830704031229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830704031229A.md): Bell 47G4A · Wheeler, IL · Jul 4, 1983 · N7069J · Substantial damage > Crash occurred during hard emergency landing. Water found in tank sumps and rust in fuel valve. - [Accident 19830413014049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830413014049A.md): Bell 47G4A · Charleston, WV · Apr 13, 1983 · N4749R · Substantial damage > Engine quit approaching airport. Crash landed on a railroad track. Crankshaft timing gear had fatigue broken. Next page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47g-4a/incidents.md?page=2 ## The whole list in SQL Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS: ```sql SELECT report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('1181031') ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47g-4a/incidents --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.