# Brantly B-2A

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1440504
- Manufacturer (registry): BRANTLY
- Model: B-2A
- Aircraft type: Rotorcraft
- Category: Rotorcraft
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 2
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 75 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 2H2](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/2H2) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Brantly International Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 2
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/brantly-b-2a

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 2021-26-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-26-09): Tail Rotor Head · Brantly International 305, B-2, B-2A and 1 more. Effective Jan 19, 2022
- [AD 2014-20-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-20-16): Main Rotor Blade · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Nov 12, 2014
- [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006
- [AD 2006-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-08-07): Upper tail rotor vertical gearbox (gearbox) · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective May 2, 2006
- [AD 68-04-04 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-04-04-R2): Tail Rotor Blade · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Feb 14, 1983
- [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 72-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-21-02): Pylon Bearing Shaft · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Dec 8, 1972
- [AD 71-17-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-17-05): Main Rotor Mast · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Nov 26, 1971
- [AD 68-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-05-02): Tail Rotor Drive Shaft · Brantly International 305, B-2, B-2A and 1 more. Effective Mar 30, 1968
- [AD 67-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-09-02): Main Rotor Mast · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Apr 20, 1967
- [AD 65-28-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-28-01): Tail Rotor Blades · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Dec 14, 1965
- [AD 62-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-06-01): Seat Back Adjustment · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Mar 23, 1962
- [AD 62-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-05-02): Fuel Pump Seals · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Feb 28, 1962
- [AD 61-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-23-01): Rotor Blade Bond Separation · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Nov 4, 1961
- [AD 61-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-18-02): Tail Rotor Modification · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Aug 29, 1961
- [AD 61-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-16-04): Transmission Mount Lug · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Aug 14, 1961
- [AD 61-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-16-03): Seat Modification · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Aug 4, 1961
- [AD 61-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-11-02): Oil System Modification · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Aug 4, 1961
- [AD 61-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-11-01): Landing Gear Drag Brace · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective May 31, 1961
- [AD 61-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-04-01): Clutch Bolts · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Feb 22, 1961
- [AD 60-26-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-26-03): Drive Shaft Coupling · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B. Effective Dec 20, 1960
- [AD 60-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-10-02): Main Rotor Blade · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B
- [AD 60-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-07-02): Tail Rotor Drive Shaft · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B
- [AD 60-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-06-03): Tail Rotor Guard · Brantly International B-2, B-2A and B-2B

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

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1)

- [SAIB SW-04-90](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-04-90): . Issued Sep 23, 2004

## Registered aircraft (2)

- [N2150U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2150U): [Fifty Uniform LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FIFTY%20UNIFORM%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1963, S/N 306
- [N2152U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2152U): [Brantly Flyers LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRANTLY%20FLYERS%20LLC), [Aurora, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Aurora), built 1963, S/N 310

## NTSB investigations (7)

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 SEA92LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA104), May 14, 1992: Brantly-Hynes B-2B (N5972X), Hood River, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE DELAYED REMEDIAL ACTION OF THE PILOT (CFI). FACTORS INCLUDE LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE IN TYPE OF AIRCRAFT, AND LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE IN TYPE OF OPERATION.
- [NTSB CHI75FET05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI75FET05), Aug 9, 1974: Brantly B-2A (N2156U), Griffith, IN, minor damage
- [NTSB NYC71FNE46](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71FNE46), Jun 16, 1971: Brantly B-2A (N6791D), Broad Brook, CT, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI67A0020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI67A0020), Aug 7, 1966: Brantly B-2 (N2121U), Jacob, IL, destroyed
- [NTSB MKC65A0067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC65A0067), May 20, 1965: Brantly B-2A (N2146U), Creve Coeur, MO, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MIA65A0098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA65A0098), Apr 1, 1965: Brantly B2A (N5977X), Atlanta, GA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA65A0091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA65A0091), Mar 8, 1965: Brantly B2A (N2153U), Ft.Lauderdale, FL, destroyed, 2 fatal

## FAA accident and incident reports (2)

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 19920513014749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920513014749A), May 13, 1992: Hynes B2A (N5972X), Hood River, OR, Substantial damage. Student lost tail rotor effectiveness during hover pedal turn. CFI took over tried autoration. Rolled on impact.
- [Accident 19740809025879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740809025879A), Aug 9, 1974: Hynes B2A (N2156U), Griffith, IN, Minor damage. Plt not aware pax would leave helicopter bfr shut-dwn. Pax struck by retreating rotor blade.

## Service difficulty reports (1)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2018FA0000357](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000357), Sep 7, 2018: HUB. CRACKED. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE TAIL ROTOR AND UPPER TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX ASSEMBLY TO BE MISSING FROM THE PRIMARY ACCIDENT SITE AND WAS LOCATED APPROXIMATELY ONE-HALF 

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (17)

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 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 SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine 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 SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [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 SA1315WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1315WE): Installation of Mixture Monitor (exhaust gas temperature probe, gage and selector) in accordance with Delta Products Part Lists A-192 and A-193, or in accordance with Tri-Star Corporation Mixture Monitor Installation Instructions dated December 9, 1981, or later FAA approved revision and/or Drawing List MM-127 dated November 15, 1981, or later FAA approved revision in aircraft models listed in Master Eligibility List P-80-A-6 revised March 29, 1968, copy attached, or later FAA approved revision. Universal Corporation
- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International 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 SA00680SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph 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 SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [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 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 SA2190NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2190NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of electronics International Digital Volt/Amp Gauges and Accessories. Electronics International
- [STC SH1-626](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1-626): Lube oil filter PB55-1. Fram Corporation
- [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

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