# Bell 47J

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1181102
- Manufacturer (registry): BELL
- Model: 47J
- Aircraft type: Rotorcraft
- Category: Rotorcraft
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 78 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 2H1](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/2H1) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Scott's-Bell 47 Inc
- Registered aircraft: 6
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-47j

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 2023-11-07](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 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 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 72-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-02-05): Control Rod Assembly · Scotts-Bell 47 47G, 47G-2, 47G-2A and 11 more. Effective Feb 22, 1972
- [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 62-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-10-01): Elevator Modification · Scotts-Bell 47 47J. Effective May 22, 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 61-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-14-02): Float Cross Tube · Scotts-Bell 47 47G-2A, 47G-3, 47J and 1 more. Effective Jul 12, 1961
- [AD 60-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-10-01): Scissor Lever Bolts · Scotts-Bell 47 47B, 47B3, 47D and 7 more
- [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 58-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-26-01): Engine Cooling Fin Index Plate Assembly · Scotts-Bell 47 47G-2 and 47J
- [AD 58-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-17-01): Rotor Counterweight Bracket · Scotts-Bell 47 47J
- [AD 58-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-09-01): Main Rotor Blade Inspection · Scotts-Bell 47 47J
- [AD 58-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/58-02-01): Rotor Blade Bond Separation · Scotts-Bell 47 47J
- [AD 57-12-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-12-04): Tail Rotor Blade Inspection · Scotts-Bell 47 47B, 47B3, 47D and 5 more
- [AD 57-12-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-12-03): Engine Sprag Spindle · Scotts-Bell 47 47J
- [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 (6)

- [N2838B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2838B): [Blessed Beginnings Broadcasting Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLESSED%20BEGINNINGS%20BROADCASTING%20INC), [Warsaw, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Warsaw), built 1957, S/N 1424
- [N2861B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2861B): [Scotts Helicopter Service Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCOTTS%20HELICOPTER%20SERVICE%20INC), [Le Sueur, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Le%20Sueur), built 1958, S/N 1436
- [N2890B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2890B): [Bolton Air Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOLTON%20AIR%20CO), [Niles, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Niles), built 1957, S/N 1565
- [N2895B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2895B): [A And S Helicopters Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/A%20AND%20S%20HELICOPTERS%20INC), [Cahokia, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Cahokia), built 1957, S/N 1572
- [N8424E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8424E): [Wheatley Lester E Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHEATLEY%20LESTER%20E%20JR), [Priest River, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Priest%20River), S/N 1802
- [N999YZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N999YZ): [Wheatley Lester E Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHEATLEY%20LESTER%20E%20JR), [Priest River, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Priest%20River), S/N 1763

## NTSB investigations (38)

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

- [NTSB FTW96LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA229), May 26, 1996: Bell 47J (N8412E), Lakeway, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent rate prior to landing.
- [NTSB BFO89LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89LA049), Jul 2, 1989: Bell 47J (N6760D), Fruitland, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: POOR JUDGEMENT OF THE PILOT BY FLYING, WHILE PHYSICALLY IMPAIRED BY ALCOHOL, AND HIS MISJUDGEMENT OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE HELICOPTER AND THE STRUCTURE. THE DARK NIGHT AND OBJECT (STRUCTURE) WERE…
- [NTSB CHI88DET05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI88DET05), Aug 5, 1988: Bell 47J (N2838B), Dowagiac, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: FAILURE TO MAINTIAN ADEQUATE ROTOR RPM BY THE UNQUALIFIED PILOT.
- [NTSB NYC84LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC84LA226), Jun 20, 1984: Bell 47J (N9398H), Cranbury, NJ, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA83LA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA83LA212), Aug 26, 1983: Bell 47J (N5824), Labelle, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI81FET12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI81FET12), Sep 7, 1981: Bell 47J (N6734D), Dowagiac, MI, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA81DLD04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA81DLD04), Oct 13, 1980: Bell 47J (N16082), Yeehaw Jnction, FL, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI78FEP14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI78FEP14), Feb 5, 1978: Bell 47-J (N6780D), Wilmot, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB IAD78FA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD78FA031), Jan 10, 1978: Bell 47J (N6771D), Chesapeake, VA, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB FTW78FPA08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW78FPA08), Dec 13, 1977: Bell 47J (N2895B), Addison, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW78DQD05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW78DQD05), Dec 6, 1977: Bell 47J (N2881B), El Paso, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI77FEP59](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI77FEP59), Sep 5, 1977: Bell 47J2A (N6769D), Plymouth, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW77FA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW77FA055), May 20, 1977: Bell 47J (N6736D), Dallas, TX, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB LAX77FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX77FA012), Nov 28, 1976: Bell 47J (N62883), Glen Ivy, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MKC76FCA39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC76FCA39), Aug 7, 1976: Bell 47J (N5154B), St Louis, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB IAD74AI063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD74AI063), May 24, 1974: Bell 47J (N5199B), Richmond, VA, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB IAD74DLQ24](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD74DLQ24), Feb 1, 1974: Bell 47J-2 (N711JW), Royalton, KY, destroyed
- [NTSB MKC73AKO55](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73AKO55), Mar 2, 1973: Bell 47J (N6780D), Kansas City, MO, destroyed
- [NTSB FTW73FRD05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW73FRD05), Sep 9, 1972: Bell 47J2A (N8431E), Leeville, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC73FCG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73FCG02), Aug 5, 1972: Bell 47J (N2881B), Osage Beach, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW72DPA10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW72DPA10), Aug 10, 1971: Bell 47J (N2897B), Elkhart, TX, destroyed
- [NTSB DEN71FQD26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN71FQD26), Jun 17, 1971: Bell 47J (N6743D), Deming, NM, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB FTW71AF027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW71AF027), Nov 26, 1970: Bell 47J (N6734D), Abbeville, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW70FRD23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70FRD23), Jun 26, 1970: Bell 47J (N2896B), Cameron, LA, destroyed
- [NTSB OAK70DVD15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK70DVD15), Apr 8, 1970: Bell 47J (N6759D), Concord, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW70FRD04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70FRD04), Feb 25, 1970: Bell 47J (N7819B), Patterson, LA, destroyed
- [NTSB FTW70F0283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70F0283), Oct 31, 1969: Bell 47J (N5153B), Grand Isle, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC70F0203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC70F0203), Aug 8, 1969: Bell 47J (N2863B), Redwood Fall, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW70D0069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW70D0069), Jul 12, 1969: Bell 47J (N6765D), Freeport, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW69A0064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW69A0064), Mar 25, 1969: Bell 47J (N2893B), Patterson, LA, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB FTW68D0516](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW68D0516), Apr 3, 1968: Bell Tomcat (N5192B), Decatur, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI68A0070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68A0070), Feb 9, 1968: Bell 47J (N2895B), Harrison, OH, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK67X0126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK67X0126), Jun 8, 1967: Bell 47J (N2833B), Ontario, Canada, destroyed, 3 fatal
- [NTSB FTW67A0073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW67A0073), Jan 10, 1967: Bell 47J (N2861B), Grande Isle, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX67A0047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX67A0047), Nov 13, 1966: Bell 47J (N5150B), Santa Barbara, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW67A0038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW67A0038), Sep 23, 1966: Bell 47J (N6736D), Leeville, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK65X1123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK65X1123), Dec 24, 1964: Bell 47J (N6771D), Intracoastal C, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X0738](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X0738), Feb 29, 1964: Bell 47J (N5199B), Gulf Of Mexico (Gulf of Mexico), substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (22)

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

- [Accident 19960526011639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960526011639A), May 26, 1996: Bell 47J (N8412E), Leander, TX, Substantial damage. Pilot attempting to land on shore of lake, helicopter experienced a downdraft and crashed. (.4)according to the pilot, while flying approximately 200 feet AGL…
- [Incident 19900811059229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900811059229I), Aug 11, 1990: Bell 47J (N3253G), Anchorage, AK, Minor damage. Wind gust hit aircraft during air taxi. Tail rotor hit a bush damaging rotor land skids.
- [Accident 19890701019749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890701019749A), Jul 1, 1989: Bell 47J (N6760D), Fruitland, MD, Substantial damage. Unable to obtain fuel at airport. Landed at a store. Rotors struck pump wooden frame and crashed.
- [Accident 19880805030699A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880805030699A), Aug 5, 1988: Bell 47J (N2838B), Dowagiac, MI, Substantial damage. Self familiarzation flight ended by setting into trees. No pilot or medical certificate. No current acft inspection
- [Accident 19840619032819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840619032819A), Jun 19, 1984: Bell 47J (N9398H), Cranbury, NJ, Substantial damage. Settled during turn around for 5th spray run. Contacted ground. Indicates settling with power regime.
- [Accident 19830826044469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830826044469A), Aug 26, 1983: Bell 47J (N5824), Labelle, FL, Substantial damage. Engine stopped during a test flight. Struck a tree on the forced landing. Fuel tanks were devoid of usable fuel.
- [Incident 19811001075629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19811001075629I), Oct 1, 1981: Bell 47J2 (N7812B), Oklahoma City, OK, 1 fatal. Passenger jumped from helicopter during sightseeing flight.
- [Accident 19810907056029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810907056029A), Sep 7, 1981: Bell 47J (N6734D), Dowagiac, MI, Substantial damage. Tail rotor struck dirt mound while landing in a farm field. Landed hard. Helicopter then rolled over.
- [Accident 19801013076339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19801013076339A), Oct 13, 1980: Bell 47J (N16082), Yeehaw Junction, FL, Substantial damage. Pilot made emergency landing in unsuitable terrain with helicopter.
- [Incident 19800703059429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800703059429I), Jul 3, 1980: Bell 47J2A (N8424E), Lake Ozark, MO, Minor damage. Maintenance man left tie down rope hanging out of aircraft,which became entangled in float forcing craft off Dock.
- [Incident 19780829038279I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780829038279I), Aug 29, 1978: Beech P35BEECH (N15982), Shawnee, OK, Minor damage. Pilot retracted gear instead of flaps on rollout.
- [Accident 19780205013009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780205013009A), Feb 5, 1978: Bell 47B3 (N6780D), Wilmot, WI, Substantial damage
- [Accident 19780110027129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780110027129A), Jan 10, 1978: Bell 47B3 (N6771D), Chesapeake, VA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Aprx 90 bond separation of m/r blades due slick-off. Improper sur preparation.
- [Accident 19771213038419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19771213038419A), Dec 13, 1977: Bell 47J (N2895B), Addison, TX, Substantial damage. Pedal to t/r gear box ctl cables reversed.
- [Accident 19771206037119A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19771206037119A), Dec 6, 1977: Bell 47J (N2881B), El Paso, TX, Substantial damage. 18HRS since annual.
- [Accident 19770905032479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770905032479A), Sep 5, 1977: Dhav DHC2MK1 (N6769D), WI, Substantial damage
- [Accident 19770520035189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770520035189A), May 20, 1977: Bell 47J (N6736D), Dallas, TX, Destroyed. M/r blade severed t/r drive shaft,t/r assy. Lgt to MDT vertical turbc in local area.
- [Accident 19761128039539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19761128039539A), Nov 28, 1976: Bell 47J (N62883), Glen Ivy, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Frost control. Pax was to direct pilot & failed to advise pilot of wires.
- [Accident 19760807025899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760807025899A), Aug 7, 1976: Bell 47J (N5154B), St Louis, MO, Substantial damage. Involved in short sight-seeing flt. Float eqpd. Tail rotor drive shaft failed aft of splined end.
- [Accident 19740524020279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740524020279A), May 24, 1974: Bell 47J (N5199B), Richmond, VA, Destroyed, 2 fatal. Tail boom separated by MN rotor strike drg autorotation. Acft continued thru roof of house.
- [Accident 19740201004849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740201004849A), Feb 1, 1974: Bell 47J (N711JW), Royalton, KY, Destroyed. Tail rotor hit a 2 by 4 wooden stake.
- [Accident 19730302004539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730302004539A), Mar 2, 1973: Bell 47J (N6780D), Kansas City, MO, Substantial damage. One eng cooling fan belt broke. Engine equiped with two. No need to autorotate.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (46)

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 SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA00680SE (2 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(2%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [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 SA02033AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033AT): Modification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA105NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA105NW): Mounting and wiring for occasional installation and use of Barnes Engineering Company airborne fire spotter system. State of Washington
- [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 SA2190NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2190NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of electronics International Digital Volt/Amp Gauges and Accessories. Electronics International
- [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 SA2687NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2687NM): Installation of Truboplus/ Electronics Int'l gauges and switches. Aero Manufacturing Inc
- [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA2844CE (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2844CE%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of a plastic cap enclosure over the anti-collision strobe light system. Air Transport Inc
- [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
- [STC SA4302NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4302NM): Installation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [STC SA489EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA489EA): Installation of ARP Inc. carburetor ice detection system. Aircraft & Rotorcraft Products (ARP) Inc
- [STC SA584WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA584WE): Installation of oil filter assemblies. Nelson Filter
- [STC SA593CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SA615EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA615EA): Installation of a Whelen Anti-Collision Strobe Light System as replacement for originally installed anti-collision lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [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 SH102WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH102WE): Installation of automatic flagman model 5. R-S Sales Inc
- [STC SH1152NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1152NW): Installation of the Automatic Flagman Model 135 Control Stick Grip. Air Products & Parts LLC
- [STC SH12CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH12CE): Replace existing engine induction air filter with AC Spark Plug Filter. Brackett Aero Filters Inc
- [STC SH1422CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1422CE): Installation of engine exhaust muffler. Fostaire Helicopters
- [STC SH194WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH194WE): Installation of a Jasco Alternator Part No. 7555-1 24-volt system. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SH199WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH199WE): Installation of stirrup assemblies to directional control pedals for operation by handicapped pilot. Dallwig Barry C
- [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 SH375AL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH375AL): Installation of Airglas model L2700-47J skis. Airglas Engineering Company, Inc
- [STC SH4173NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH4173NM): Installation of Simplex Model 7600 modular electrical system. (US ARMY OH-13E M74A). Simplex Manufacturing Company
- [STC SH48WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH48WE): Installation of turbosupercharged Lycoming TVO-435-B1A engine. Jobmaster Co Inc
- [STC SH505GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH505GL): Installation of modified tail rotor gearbox using original installation hardware and components. Helicopters, Inc
- [STC SH8442SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH8442SW): Installation of a float assembly. Aero Products, Inc
- [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SR00408NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00408NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter model AFC-600. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [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 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 SR02487AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02487AK): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC
- [STC SR09066RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09066RC): Fabricate the HAC-47-3 Tail Rotor Blade. 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 SA2350NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2350NM) (historical): Installation of Electronics International Inc digital carburetor/outside air temperature gauges listed on the attached continuation sheet and the associated accessories. Electronics International
- [STC SA593CH (1 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH%20(1%20OF%205)) (historical): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SH3319NM (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH3319NM%20(1%20OF%202)) (historical): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,. Precise Flight Inc

## The same model under other registry codes

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

- [Bell-Mid-America Helicopters 47J](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-mid-america-helicopters-47j): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1181103

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