# NTSB investigations: Bell 47J-2

A list on [Bell 47J-2](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47j-2.md).

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

Page 1 of 2 · 71 investigations

- [NTSB MIA92FA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA92FA156.md): Bell 47J2 · Adjuntas, PR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1992 · N8476E · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain adequate rotor RPM during a precautionary landing following the loss of engine oil. In addition, the pilot failed to insure that the engine contained adequate oil, and that the oil dip stick was secure prior to…
- [NTSB ATL91FA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91FA013.md): Bell 47J-2 · Gatlinburg, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 1, 1990 · N49DA · Destroyed
  > The accident was inadequate maintenance of the helicopter, allowing a tail rotor drive shaft bearing to exceed wear limits. This resulted in high loads on the tail rotor drive shaft, and the resulting fatigue failure of the drive shaft.
- [NTSB NYC88LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA170.md): Bell 47J2 · Newburyport, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1988 · N51711 · Destroyed
  > The helicopter departed runway 10 at plum island airport, turned left over the plum island river and shortly thereafter the engine quit. The pilot stated that no warning was noted and a check of the instruments indicated no problems. He further stated that…
- [NTSB MIA88LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA88LA018.md): Bell 47J-2 · Key Colony Bch., FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 1987 · N73201 · Substantial damage
  > The plt stated that he did not check the fuel system for contaminates after refueling but an eighteen minute flt after refueling was uneventful. He then landed the helicopter, remained on the ground aprx 20 minutes, performed a walk around insp, again without…
- [NTSB DEN87LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87LA204.md): Bell 47J-2 · Canon City, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1987 · N73265 · Substantial damage
  > The ATP plt was flying sightseeing rides. There were two adults and two children in the four passenger helicopter. Density altitude was 10000 feet. The acft lost pwr and the plt aborted takeoff and landed. After an eng runup the plt took off again and the…
- [NTSB LAX84FA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84FA130.md): Bell 47J-2 · Kahuku, HI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 1, 1984 · N2097 · Destroyed
  > About 3 min after takeoff, the helicopter was observed descending in a 'gliding fashion' until water impact. A witness reported that it appeared to be flying straight & did not appear to be in trouble. The witness reported that she could hear the eng & it…
- [NTSB MKC82DA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC82DA135.md): Bell 47J-2 · Chesterfield, MO · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 31, 1982 · N4070B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot stated that he took off and was going through translational lift at about 15 to 20 ft AGL when he heard a loud bang. He said the loud bang was accompanied by a power loss. An immediate descent was made and the helicopter was landed hard with a…
- [NTSB MKC81FCG36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC81FCG36.md): Bell 47J-2 · Branson, MO · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 26, 1981 · N73265 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI80FA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI80FA055.md): Bell 47J2 · Cleveland, OH · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 13, 1980 · N4989T · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX79FA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX79FA081.md): Bell 47J-2 · Long Beach, CA · Accident · 5 fatal · Closed · Sep 14, 1979 · N930NR · Destroyed
- [NTSB CHI79FEX25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI79FEX25.md): Bell 47J2 · Westfield, IN · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 17, 1979 · N51711 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC79FCA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC79FCA02.md): Bell 47J-2 · St Louis, MO · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 21, 1978 · N4989T · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC78FTK40](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC78FTK40.md): Bell 47-J2 · Cactus Flats, SD · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 19, 1978 · N90547 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC78DCD34](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC78DCD34.md): Bell 47J-2 · Burlington, IA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jun 18, 1978 · N23MA · Destroyed
- [NTSB MKC78FCQ26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC78FCQ26.md): Bell 47J-2 · Onaga, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Jun 1, 1978 · N6224N · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX78FA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX78FA008.md): Bell 47J-2 · Burbank, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Nov 22, 1977 · N8442E · Destroyed
- [NTSB FTW76AF097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW76AF097.md): Bell 47J-2 · Baton Rouge, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · May 31, 1976 · N73255 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA76FKG60](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76FKG60.md): Bell 47G · Stockbridge, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 3, 1976 · N4070B · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC76FHJ34](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76FHJ34.md): Bell 47J · New York, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Feb 12, 1976 · N73216 · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC76AN044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76AN044.md): Bell 47J-2 · Conshocken, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 22, 1975 · N3939B · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA75AM034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA75AM034.md): Bell 47J-2 · Daytona Beach, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Dec 18, 1974 · N8490E · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA74FKQ01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA74FKQ01.md): Bell 47J-2 · Edwards, MS · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Jul 10, 1974 · N55CG · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC74DFJ12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC74DFJ12.md): Bell 47J-2 · Niagara Falls, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Oct 7, 1973 · N8453E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA74FYG08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA74FYG08.md): Bell 47J-2A · Inchelium, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Aug 8, 1973 · N8439E · Destroyed
- [NTSB FTW73DRD13](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW73DRD13.md): Bell 47J-2 · Gulf Of Mexico (Gulf of Mexico) · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Jan 3, 1973 · N73968 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX73FUA12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX73FUA12.md): Bell 47J-2 · Huntgtn Bch, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 14, 1972 · N2097 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK72FJY15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK72FJY15.md): Bell 47J-2 · Piti Village, GU · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · May 20, 1972 · N8499E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC72AN130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC72AN130.md): Bell 47J-2 · New York, NY · Accident · 3 fatal · Closed · Apr 17, 1972 · N8467E · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX72FUA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX72FUA02.md): Bell 47J-2 · Hntngtn Bch, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 7, 1971 · N2097 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC71ANI12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71ANI12.md): Bell 47J2 · New York, NY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 14, 1971 · N8467E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX71FVQ74](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX71FVQ74.md): Bell 47J2 · Sta Barbara, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Apr 10, 1971 · N73921 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI70FDW23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI70FDW23.md): Bell 47-J2 · Union Lake, MI · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jun 20, 1970 · N73271 · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC70AN115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC70AN115.md): Bell 47J-2 · Piscataway, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 22, 1970 · N73949 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX70DUA17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX70DUA17.md): Bell 47J-2 · Long Beach, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 1, 1970 · N2097 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70AA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70AA055.md): Bell 47J-2 · Healy, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Jan 10, 1970 · N944NA · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX70A0031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX70A0031.md): Bell 47J · Goleta, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Nov 21, 1969 · N73921 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70D0079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70D0079.md): Bell 47J-2 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Oct 27, 1969 · N8497E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70A0035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70A0035.md): Bell 47J-2 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Oct 15, 1969 · N73950 · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN70F0100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN70F0100.md): Bell 47J2B · Santa Fe, NM · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 3, 1969 · N6224N · Substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN70D0146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN70D0146.md): Bell 47J-2A · Montrose, CO · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 23, 1969 · N73202 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC69D0082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC69D0082.md): Bell 47J-2 · Barrow, AK · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 3, 1968 · N73960 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC69A0023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC69A0023.md): Bell 47J-2 · Prudhoe Bay, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Oct 15, 1968 · N8438E · Destroyed
- [NTSB ANC69A0022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC69A0022.md): Bell 47J-2 · Point Barrow, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Oct 10, 1968 · N73950 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX69A0011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX69A0011.md): Bell 47J-2 · Los Angeles, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 12, 1968 · N8432E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI68A0107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68A0107.md): Bell 47J-2 · Rice Lake, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Jun 14, 1968 · N73258 · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC68A0082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC68A0082.md): Bell 47J-2 · New York City, NY · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Dec 21, 1967 · N73251 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA67A0102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67A0102.md): Bell 47J-2 · Starke, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Mar 31, 1967 · N73258 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX67A0044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX67A0044.md): Bell 47J-2 · Carpenter, CA · Accident · 4 fatal · Closed · Nov 7, 1966 · N73924 · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC67A0067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67A0067.md): Bell 47J-2 · Brookline, MA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 26, 1966 · N73948 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC67A0030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67A0030.md): Bell 47J-2 · Dedham, MA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 17, 1966 · N3939B · 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 ('1181104')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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

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