Bell 412
11 Bell 412 aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1988–2007. Most are registered in DE, AK and AZ.
- Registered today
- 11
- Years built
- 1988–2007
- Seats
- 15
- Engines
- 2 · Turbo-shaft
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply21 ADs match the Bell 412 airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
- 2024-16-01Bell Textron Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.)…Sep 4, 2024
- 2020-22-07Bell Textron Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bell Helicopter Textron Inc.)…Nov 18, 2020
- 2020-16-10Bell Textron Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bell Helicopter Textron Inc.)…Sep 3, 2020
- 2020-02-11Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. HelicoptersMar 17, 2020
- 2019-09-02Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. (Bell) HelicoptersJun 4, 2019
- 2018-16-14Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., HelicoptersOct 4, 2018
- 2013-20-18Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. (Bell) HelicoptersNov 29, 2013
- 2013-16-16Agusta S.p.A. and Bell Helicopter Textron HelicoptersSep 17, 2013
- 2013-15-02Bell Helicopter Textron HelicoptersAug 14, 2013
- 2013-05-14Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.Apr 26, 2013
- 2012-22-11Bell Helicopter Textron HelicoptersDec 20, 2012
- 2012-22-06Aeronautical Accessories, Inc., High Landing Gear Forward Crosstube AssemblyDec 14, 2012
- 2012-11-13Aeronautical Accessories, Inc., High Landing Gear Aft Crosstube AssemblyJul 30, 2012
- 2011-12-08Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP…Jul 5, 2011
- 2010-10-16Bell Helicopter Textron (Bell) Model 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412, 412EP, and 412CF and…Jun 8, 2010
- 2007-19-53Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412EP, and…Dec 5, 2007
- 2002-09-04Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412, 412EP, and 412CF…Jun 7, 2002
- 2001-13-01Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412, 412EP, and 412CF HelicoptersAug 1, 2001
- 2001-09-11Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 412 Helicopters and Agusta S.p.A. Model AB412…Jun 11, 2001
- 99-23-23Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 412, 412EP and 412CF HelicoptersDec 1, 1999
- 97-11-04Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 412 and 412EP HelicoptersMay 20, 1997
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Watch new ADs for the Bell 412
One email when a new AD may apply to this model. Stop any time.
Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 23
- Destroyed
- 8
- Substantial damage
- 8
- Minor damage
- 3
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Bell 412 airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Bell 412 aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Sep 5, 2025Damage not reported · none injuries · Guadarranque Reservoir
- Jan 13, 2022Substantial damage · none injuries · Valencia
- Dec 30, 2017Substantial damage · fatal injuries · AlicanteN412LG
- Aug 17, 2015Substantial damage · minor injuries · Whittier, CAN412LA
- Dec 11, 2006Destroyed · fatal injuries · Hesperia, CA
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19953,230 reports on Bell 412 airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- indicator498
- bearing201
- actuator169
- blade135
- transceiver95
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1988 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 | |
| 1990 | 2 | |
| 1991 | 1 | |
| 1992 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 1 | |
| Unknown | 3 |
Buyer checklist
21 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Bell 412; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 23 NTSB events since 1982 involve Bell 412 airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 3,230 service difficulty reports on Bell 412 airframes since 1995. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Rotorcraft
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Type certificate data sheet
- H4SW
- Type certificate holder
- BELL TEXTRON INC
412 aircraft
Page 1 of 1| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N143PH | — | Kodiak, AK | Sep 12, 2024 |
| N156MH | — | Milton, VT | Jun 3, 2008 |
| N17LA | 1992 | Wilmington, DE | Jun 30, 2026 |
| N18LA | 1992 | Pacoima, CA | Aug 10, 1992 |
| N397AL | 1990 | Wilmington, DE | Jun 15, 2026 |
| N402ES | 1988 | Barrow, AK | Sep 28, 2005 |
| N411DE | 1991 | Las Vegas, NV | Sep 27, 1993 |
| N470QL | 1989 | Destin, FL | May 21, 2020 |
| N860AR | 1990 | Dover, DE | Jun 8, 2016 |
| N91419 | — | Lakeside, AZ | Jul 12, 2018 |
| N979AC | 2007 | Wilmington, DE | Nov 2, 2020 |