# Bell 47G3B2A

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1181025
- Manufacturer (registry): BELL
- Model: 47G3B2A
- Aircraft type: Rotorcraft
- Category: Rotorcraft
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 3
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 75 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 2H3](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/2H3) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Scott's-Bell 47 Inc
- Registered aircraft: 7
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47g3b2a

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

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023
- [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 2009-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-12-01): Main rotor blade box beam clip (clip) · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Jun 29, 2009
- [AD 2005-21-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-21-04): Weld assembly scissors bracket · Revise mast controls and remove stabilizer bar and install… (Scott's-Bell 47 STC SH2772SW). Effective Nov 21, 2005
- [AD 2001-17-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-17-17): Main Rotor Blade Grip Threads · Scotts-Bell 47 47B, 47B3, 47D and 19 more. Effective Oct 3, 2001
- [AD 98-07-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-07-09): Stabilizer Bar Damper Link Assembly · Scotts-Bell 47 47B, 47B3, 47D and 19 more. Effective May 6, 1998
- [AD 96-06-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-06-12): Inspect Tail Rotor Blade & Abrasion Strip · Scotts-Bell 47 47B, 47B3, 47D and 19 more. Effective May 29, 1996
- [AD 91-20-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-20-10): Main Rotor Grip · Scotts-Bell 47 47G-2, 47G-2A, 47G-2A-1 and 11 more. Effective Nov 14, 1991
- [AD 85-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-08-03): Tail Rotor Blade Assemblies · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Apr 29, 1985
- [AD 85-02-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-02-06): AN/NAS Standard Bolts · Scotts-Bell 47 47G-2A, 47G-2A-1, 47G-3 and 12 more. Effective Feb 6, 1985
- [AD 81-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-17-01): Starting Vibrator Assemblies · Bendix Starting Vibrator Assemblies, B-2, B-2A and 49 more. Effective Aug 13, 1981
- [AD 80-10-04 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-10-04-R1): Tail Rotor Blades · Continental Copters OH-13H, OH-13E, OH-13E and 26 more. Effective Feb 28, 1981
- [AD 81-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-04-03): Tail Rotor Drive Assembly · Continental Copters OH-13H, OH-13E, OH-13E and 26 more. Effective Feb 2, 1981
- [AD 80-21-09 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-21-09-R1): Tail Rotor Pitch Link · Continental Copters OH-13H, OH-13E, OH-13E and 26 more. Effective Nov 24, 1980
- [AD 80-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-23-02): Turbine Power Conversions · Allison 250-C20/250-C20B engine (Siam Hiller Holdings STC SH177WE or 2 others). Effective Nov 20, 1980
- [AD 79-23-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-23-07): Soloy Conversion per STC SH657NW · Allison 250-C18A, -C18C, -C20, -C20B engine (Siam Hiller Holdings STC SH657NW). Effective Nov 26, 1979
- [AD 78-03-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-03-01): Hopper Support Bracket (STC SH357SW) · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Mar 6, 1978
- [AD 77-21-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-21-01): Tail Rotor Gear Boxes · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Nov 14, 1977
- [AD 70-10-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-10-08): Tail Rotor Grips · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Jul 20, 1976
- [AD 74-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-02): Mast Control Stabilizer Bar Assembly · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Jun 14, 1974
- [AD 74-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-07-01): Main Rotor Control Tube Assembly · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective May 30, 1974
- [AD 73-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-19-04): Main Rotor Blade Grip · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Oct 10, 1973
- [AD 70-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-08-02): Tail Rotor Drive Shaft · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Jan 1, 1971
- [AD 65-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-04-01): Freewheeling Clutch · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Feb 17, 1965
- [AD 62-27-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-27-02): Wood Tail Rotor Blades · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Jan 29, 1963
- [AD 62-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-23-02): Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Oct 29, 1962
- [AD 61-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-22-01): Pitch Link Rod End Bearing · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more. Effective Nov 7, 1961
- [AD 59-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-05-01): Tail Rotor Blade Inspection · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 58-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-26-02): M-S MA4-5AA Carburetor · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 57-08-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-08-01): Tail Rotor Drive Shafts · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 57-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-07-02): Rotor Hub Equalizer Link · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 56-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-25-02): Tail Rotor Pitch Bearings · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 56-15-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-15-02): Swashplate Control Ring · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 56-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-05-01): Tail Rotor Drive Shafts · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 55-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-16-01): Tail Rotor Hub Fillet · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 52-28-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-28-03): Tail Rotor Gearbox Shaft · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 52-21-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-21-01): Lord Mount Guards · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 52-05-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-05-03): Engine Mount Safety Strap · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 52-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-01-06): Tail Boom Spoiler · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 51-27-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-27-01): Engine Mount Replacement · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more
- [AD 48-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-13-02): Fuel Pump Rocker Pin · Scotts-Bell 47 47, 47B, 47B3 and 21 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2021-23-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-13) (historical): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters K-225, K-190A, K-240 and 237 more. Effective Dec 9, 2021
- [AD 2000-18-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-51) (historical): Main Rotor Blade Grip · Bell Helicopter Textron 47B, 47B3, 47D and 19 more. Effective Nov 30, 2000
- [AD 86-06-08 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-06-08-R1) (historical): Main Rotor Blade Grips · Bell Helicopter Textron 47B, 47B3, 47D and 25 more. Effective Jul 10, 1987

## Registered aircraft (7)

- [N14827](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N14827): [Wildhorse Helicopters Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILDHORSE%20HELICOPTERS%20INC), [Pendleton, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Pendleton), built 1972, S/N 6837
- [N24MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N24MP): [Wildhorse Helicopters Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILDHORSE%20HELICOPTERS%20INC), [Pendleton, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Pendleton), built 1972, S/N 6836
- [N2985W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2985W): [Wildhorse Helicopter Company Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILDHORSE%20HELICOPTER%20COMPANY%20INC), [Pendleton, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Pendleton), built 1972, S/N 6840
- [N59410](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N59410): [Johnson Helicopter Service Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20HELICOPTER%20SERVICE%20INC), [Kuna, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Kuna), built 1973, S/N 6868
- [N7024A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7024A): [Hhi Farms LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HHI%20FARMS%20LLC), [Hamilton, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Hamilton), built 1972, S/N 6855
- [N7965J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7965J): [Dsm Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DSM%20INC), [White City, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/White%20City), built 1973, S/N 6859
- [N83111](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N83111): [Tobler Hans P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TOBLER%20HANS%20P), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), S/N 6857

## NTSB investigations (23)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB IAD03LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD03LA042), Mar 27, 2003: Bell BHT-47-G3B2A (N47SN), Lexington, KY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while maneuvering to land after a loss of engine power. A factor was the loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ATL02LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA102), May 21, 2002: Bell 47G (N72MU), Marion, AL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain visual lookout while conducting an aerial application maneuver. A factor was the transmission line.
- [NTSB DEN99LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN99LA168), Sep 23, 1999: Bell 47G3B2A (N83246), Tremonton, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm while attempting a precautionary autorotation landing. A factor was the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB SEA99LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA99LA098), Jun 10, 1999: Bell 47G3B2A (N24MP), Pendleton, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: A fouled external load cable, and the pilot's operation of the helicopter with a non-approved external bucket installation, resulting in misrouted hydraulic lines and consequent malfunction of the…
- [NTSB SEA98LA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98LA069), May 3, 1998: Bell 47G3B2A (N7965J), Stanwood, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the number two connecting rod, which led to additional internal engine damage and a complete loss of power. Factors include soft terrain in the area where the pilot found it necessary…
- [NTSB SEA93LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA034), Dec 7, 1992: Bell 47G3-B2A (N58131), Montpelier, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO LEAKING INTERNAL CARBURETOR SEALS, RESULTING FROM IMPROPER REPAIR OF THE CARBURETOR BY AN ACFT REPAIR STATION.
- [NTSB FTW92LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA026), Nov 24, 1991: Bell 47G3B2A (N8134J), Texarkana, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TERRAIN CLEARANCE DURING TAKEOFF. A FACTOR WAS HIS LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE IN HELICOPTERS.
- [NTSB NYC91DNA01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91DNA01), Nov 15, 1990: Bell 47-G3-B (N2921W), Nantucket, MA, destroyed. Probable cause: A HARD LANDING, AFTER A POWER LOSS DUE TO IMPROPER USE OF THE CARBURETOR HEAT CONTROL BY THE PILOT.
- [NTSB SEA89LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA175), Sep 18, 1989: Bell 47G3B2 (N83111), Monitor, WA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT FAILED TO MAINTAIN AIRCRAFT SEPARATION FROM OBSTACLES ON THE GROUND. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE BRIGHT GLARE FROM THE RISING SUN.
- [NTSB SEA89LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA116), Jun 22, 1989: Bell 47G3B2A (N59414), Dyer, NV, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOTS POOR PLANNING IN ATTEMPTING A HOVER IN UNDESIRABLE CONDITIONS WHICH RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO MAINTAIN ROTOR ROM. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN AND HIGH…
- [NTSB DEN87LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87LA120), May 8, 1987: Bell 47G3B2A (N58131), Brigham City, UT, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN84LA260](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN84LA260), Aug 5, 1984: Bell 47G (N7965J), West Glacier, MT, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC81FNA19](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81FNA19), Jul 8, 1981: Bell 47G-3B (N59415), Pawtucket, RI, destroyed
- [NTSB SEA81DYP21](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA81DYP21), Jun 11, 1981: Bell 47G3B2 (N14827), Walla Walla, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN81FTI06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN81FTI06), May 4, 1981: Bell 47G-3B (N14802), Thompson Falls, MT, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB DEN79FQA06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79FQA06), Oct 29, 1978: Bell 47G3B2 (N83029), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA76FYG50](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA76FYG50), May 10, 1976: Bell 47G-3B (N58131), Spokane, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI76AC012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI76AC012), Aug 13, 1975: Bell 47G (N441FD), Chicago, IL, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB OAK75DVA30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK75DVA30), Oct 18, 1974: Bell 47G3B2 (N7986J), Big Creek, CA, destroyed
- [NTSB DEN74DQA42](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN74DQA42), Apr 30, 1974: Bell 47G3B2 (N58131), Farmington, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN74DQA06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN74DQA06), Jul 11, 1973: Bell 47G3B2 (N58131), Luna, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN73AD055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN73AD055), Jun 19, 1973: Bell 4G3B2A (N83111), Luna, NM, substantial damage, 1 fatal
- [NTSB OAK73DVD01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK73DVD01), Jul 1, 1972: Bell 47 (N8186J), Monte Rio, CA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (25)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 20030327003279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030327003279A), Mar 27, 2003: Bell 47G3B2A (N47SN), Lexington, KY, Substantial damage. (-23) On March 27, 2003, a Bell 47G-B3-2A received substantial damage resulting from an apparent loss of directional control and subsequent main rotor ground…
- [Accident 20020521010459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020521010459A), May 21, 2002: Bell 47G3B2A (N72MU), Marion, AL, No damage. (-23) On may 21, 2002, at 1036 CDT, a Bell 47G helicopter, N72MU, registered to aerial application technologies, LLC, operated by darrel j. ward, collided with…
- [Accident 19990923027879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990923027879A), Sep 23, 1999: Bell 47G3B2A (N83246), Tremonton, UT, Substantial damage. (.19) On September 23, 1999, approx. 0900 mountain daylight time, a Bell 47G3B2A helicopter, N83246, registered to and operated by the pilot, was substantially…
- [Accident 19990610007919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990610007919A), Jun 10, 1999: Bell 47G3B2A (N24MP), Pendleton, OR, Substantial damage. 1972 Bell BH-47-G3B2A helicopter was performing aerial application operations with a bucket attached when the lines became caught in ground equipment, and the…
- [Accident 19980503008229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980503008229A), May 3, 1998: Bell 47G3B2A (N7965J), Stanwood, WA, Substantial damage. Sightseeing tours from Stanwood fairgrounds when the engine caught fire and the acft made an emerg landing. (.4)while reducing power in the initial climb in…
- [Accident 19921207049829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921207049829A), Dec 7, 1992: Bell 47G3B2A (N58131), Montpelier, ID, Substantial damage. Wild game survey rough engine. Landing on road. Engine quit on final landed hard. Reworked carb damaged leaky seals
- [Accident 19911124053379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911124053379A), Nov 24, 1991: Bell 47G3B2A (N8134J), Texarkana, TX, Substantial damage. Picked up to hover then nosed down for forward flight. Skid hit soft ground. Helicopter rolled over.
- [Accident 19901115050729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901115050729A), Nov 15, 1990: Bell 47G3B2A (N2921W), Nantucket, MA, Destroyed. Engine quit on approach to service area. Made hard autorotation landing. Damage skid tailboom. Carb icing prevalent
- [Accident 19890918035329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890918035329A), Sep 18, 1989: Bell 47G3B2 (N83111), Monitor, WA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Collided with an apple orchard wind machine during a low level spray run. Was blinded by rising sun.
- [Accident 19890622017079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890622017079A), Jun 22, 1989: Bell 47G3B2A (N59414), Dyer, NV, Destroyed. Tried to hover over steep slope terrain. Rotor speed decayed,tried to recover with power impacted rolled and burned
- [Incident 19880623044579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880623044579I), Jun 23, 1988: Bell 47G3B2A (N570Q), West Costa Mesa, CA. Loss of power. Engine vibration. Precautionary landing in a field. Found defective magneto coil.
- [Incident 19880613045039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880613045039I), Jun 13, 1988: Bell 47G3B2A (N7965J), West Glacier, MT, Minor damage. Ground crew failed to tie metal pieces to net for sling loading. Wind blew one into tail rotor. Landed safely.
- [Accident 19870508082789A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870508082789A), May 8, 1987: Bell 47G3B2A (N58131), Brigham City, UT, Substantial damage. Ran out of fuel while ferrying ag helicopter to a new site. Pilot stated a stuck fuel drain may have leaked fuel.
- [Incident 19840805069759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840805069759I), Aug 5, 1984: Bell 47G3B2A (N7965J), West Glacier, MT, Substantial damage. Crash occurred during emergency landing after engine quit from fuel exhaustion.
- [Accident 19810708046139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810708046139A), Jul 8, 1981: Bell 47G (N59415), Pawtucket, RI, Destroyed. Helicopter skid caught on taxiway light as it was lifting off, causing it to tip onto it's side.
- [Accident 19810611032129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810611032129A), Jun 11, 1981: Bell 47G3B2A (N14827), Walla Walla, WA, Substantial damage. Ag pilot failed to see wires and crashed into them during spray operation.
- [Accident 19810504022389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810504022389A), May 4, 1981: Bell 47G3B2A (N14802), Thompson Falls, MT, Destroyed. Pilot was attempting to pick up men on side of mountan. Rotor blade struck slope causing crash.
- [Accident 19781029031299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781029031299A), Oct 29, 1978: Bell 47B3 (N83029), Albuquerque, NM, Substantial damage. Peak wind gust 15 KTS.
- [Incident 19780730047509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780730047509I), Jul 30, 1978: Bell 47G3B2A (N14802), Alberton, MT, Minor damage. Pilot struck power line during search and rescue operation. Resumed flight after temporary repairs.
- [Accident 19760510010459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760510010459A), May 10, 1976: Bell 47G3B2A (N58131), Spokane, WA, Substantial damage. Plt aware of wires,but forgot about them drg 3rd swath run
- [Accident 19750813040939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750813040939A), Aug 13, 1975: Bell 47G3B2A (N441FD), Chicago, IL, Destroyed. Obsv and diver on r float rotor blade hit water. Pilot-dnwnd atmtd to right acft with fwd speed.
- [Accident 19741018034619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19741018034619A), Oct 18, 1974: Bell 47G3B2A (N7986J), Big Creek, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot misconstrued the throttle detent ahead of the full throttle range as binding.
- [Accident 19740430010009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740430010009A), Apr 30, 1974: Bell 47G3B2A (N58131), Farmington, NM, Substantial damage. Hovering out of ground effect. Lost rotor RPM. Density alt abt 6000 ft.
- [Accident 19730711019869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730711019869A), Jul 11, 1973: Bell 47G3B2A (N58131), Luna, NM, Substantial damage. Slow pwr response on recovery fm practice autorotation.
- [Accident 19730619015869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730619015869A), Jun 19, 1973: Bell 47G3B2A (N83111), Luna, NM, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. Pax deplaned in confined area. Plt didnt insure he had clrd area bfor tkof.m/r blade hit pax.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (118, first 50)

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

- [STC SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SH153WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH153WE): Installation of Transland Model54170 agricultural spray system. Texas Transland LLC
- [STC SH3319NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH3319NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,. Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SR09066RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09066RC): Fabricate the HAC-47-3 Tail Rotor Blade. Scott's-Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC
- [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SH2772SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2772SW): Revise mast controls and remove stabilizer bar and install control system. Scott's-Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SR01845SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01845SE): Installation of a barrier air filtration system. Cascade Flying Service LLC
- [STC SR00408NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00408NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter model AFC-600. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SR02487AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02487AK): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SR02470AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02470AK): Installation of the L-3 Communications NGT -1000/2000/2500 ADS-B System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SR02471AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02471AK): Installation of the L-3 Communications NGT -9000/9000R ADS-B System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SR02394AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02394AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or hover light bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting system. Seaplanes North LLC
- [STC SH166GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH166GL): Installation of Low Fuel Warning System. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SH1710GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1710GL): Install fixed elevator in lieu of synchronized elevator. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SH2397SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2397SW): Installation of Ag-King 500B Spray System with 2 tanks (800 pounds total allowable), 32 foot boom on end of skid tubes and engine driven pump. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SH279SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH279SW): Modification of dual control cyclic stick into quick removable stick similar to Bell 47A stick by cutting off the stick and making an insert of 4130 steel tube to fit inside. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SH382SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH382SW): Eligible only on Bell 47 series with open tail booms. Installation of sign per Kitz Kopter's Drawing KK-101 dated 10/14/64. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SH972SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH972SW): Installation of copilot's rudder pedals. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SR09321RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09321RC): Installation of Improved Main Rotor Grips and Matching Adapter Nut. Scott's Bell 47 Inc
- [STC SR09346RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09346RC): Installation of main rotor blade grip with modified root radius and matching adapter in accordance with Helicopter Tech, Inc., Drawing List R47-120-252-1000, Revision IR, dated May 15, 2002, or later Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved revision. Helicopter Tech Inc
- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA4172NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4172NM): Installation of Aviation Development oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SH657NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH657NW): Installation of Allison 250-C18A, -C18C, -C20, -C20B engine and related changes. Siam Hiller Holdings Inc
- [STC SA00680SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [STC SR01430LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01430LA): Installation of Stainless Steel Skid shoes. Papas Gary Los Angeles Laboratories Inc
- [STC SA01258SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01258SE): Installation of the Automatic Flagman Dispenser Models in accordance with Automatic Flagman Master Drawing Lists specified in attached AML, or later FAA approved revision.This STC supercedes several existing STC s as listed in the notes on the attached AML. R-S Sales Inc
- [STC SH1343SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1343SO): Installation of Utah Research& Development's Model 124BC101 airborne battery charger. Aviall Services, Inc. Lists 47 Series
- [STC SA2687NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2687NM): Installation of Truboplus/ Electronics Int'l gauges and switches. Aero Manufacturing Inc
- [STC SA00238SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00238SE): Installation of Aviation Development Corporation's sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SA1626NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1626NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics Int'l Digital EGT/CHT Instruments and accessories. (201 Series). Electronics International
- [STC SH8441SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH8441SW): Installation of a float assembly. Aero Products, Inc
- [STC SH5142NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH5142NM): Install rotary atomizers, Simplex model 10060, on Simplex spray booms approved under on the the STC's SH787NW, SH856NW, SH889NW, or SH891NW. Simplex Manufacturing Company
- [STC SA2350NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2350NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc digital carburetor/outside air temperature gauges. Electronics International
- [STC SH370GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH370GL): Installation of Facet Enterprises, Inc. engine lubrication system scavenge filter. Facet Filter Products
- [STC SA4302NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4302NM): Installation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [STC SA3862NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3862NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Primary TIT/EGT/CHT instruments, remote switches and associated accessories. Electronics International
- [STC SA4173NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4173NM): Installation of Simplex Model 7600 modular electrical system. (47G-5 WITH 12 VOLT SYSTEM). Simplex Manufacturing Company. Lists 47 Series
- [STC SH4173NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH4173NM): Installation of Simplex Model 7600 modular electrical system. (US ARMY OH-13E M74A). Simplex Manufacturing Company
- [STC SH2945NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2945NM): Addition of a twist grip on the cyclic pitch stick to provide hand operated yaw control. Narad James L
- [STC SH3351NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH3351NM): Addition of a twist grip on the cyclic pitch stick to provide a hand operated yaw control. Narad James L. Lists 47 Series
- [STC SA2190NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2190NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of electronics International Digital Volt/Amp Gauges and Accessories. Electronics International
- [STC SH507GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH507GL): Installation of modified tail rotor gearbox using original installation hardware and components. Helicopters, Inc
- [STC SH856NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH856NW): Installation of Simplex Model 4800 spray system. Simplex Manufacturing Co
- [STC SH888NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH888NW): Installation of a Simplex Model 5750 spray system. Simplex Manufacturing Co
- [STC SH889NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH889NW): Installation of a Simplex Model 4850 spray system. Simplex Manufacturing Co
- [STC SH890NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH890NW): Installation of a Simplex Model 4700 spray system. Simplex Manufacturing Co
- [STC SH891NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH891NW): Installation of a Simplex Model 5600 spray system. Simplex Manufacturing Co

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