# Smith WCS 222 (BELL 47-G)

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1301532
- Manufacturer (registry): SMITH
- Model: WCS 222 (BELL 47-G)
- Aircraft type: Rotorcraft
- Category: Rotorcraft
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 3
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification: Not type certificated
- Registered aircraft: 0
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/smith-wcs-222-bell-47-g

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.

None matched.

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations (1)

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 MIA82DA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA82DA028), Jan 2, 1982: Smith WCS-222 (Bell 47G) (N23BS), Miami, FL, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

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 19820102000189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820102000189A), Jan 2, 1982: Bell 47G (N23BS), Miami, FL, Substantial damage. Engine connecting rod failure. Engine fire. Made hard autorotate landing in a school yard. Fire put out on ground.

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