Bell 47G-2A
19 Bell 47G-2A aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1954–1971. Most are registered in ID, IL and MN.
- Registered today
- 19
- Years built
- 1954–1971
- Seats
- 3
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply3 ADs match the Bell 47G-2A airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
- 2009-12-01Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 47, 47B, 47B3, 47D, 47D1, 47E, 47G, 47G-2, 47G-2A…Jun 29, 2009
- 2001-17-17Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 47B, 47B-3, 47D, 47D-1, 47G, 47G-2, 47G2A, 47G-2A-1…Aug 29, 2001
- 98-07-09Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 47B, 47B-3, 47D, 47D-1, 47G, 47G-2, 47G-2A…May 6, 1998
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Watch new ADs for the Bell 47G-2A
One email when a new AD may apply to this model. Stop any time.
Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 28
- Destroyed
- 8
- Substantial damage
- 19
- Minor damage
- 1
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Bell 47G-2A airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Bell 47G-2A aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Aug 20, 2017Substantial damage · none injuries · St Marys, PAN9526
- Apr 21, 2016Destroyed · serious injuries · Los Fresnos, TXN64702
- Feb 27, 2015Substantial damage · serious injuries · Ivanhoe, CAN4774S
- Jul 18, 2014Substantial damage · serious injuries · Merced, CAN47DT
- Jul 27, 2012Substantial damage · serious injuries · Austin, IN
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19951 report on Bell 47G-2A airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- sleeve assy1
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1954 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 2 | |
| 1961 | 4 | |
| 1962 | 4 | |
| 1964 | 2 | |
| 1966 | 1 | |
| 1969 | 1 | |
| 1971 | 1 | |
| Unknown | 3 |
Buyer checklist
3 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Bell 47G-2A; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 28 NTSB events since 1982 involve Bell 47G-2A airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 1 service difficulty report on Bell 47G-2A 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
- Cruising speed
- 78 mph
- Type certificate data sheet
- 2H3
- Type certificate holder
- SCOTT'S-BELL 47 INC
47G-2A aircraft
Page 1 of 1| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N310SS | 1964 | Olathe, CO | Aug 27, 2024 |
| N3951U | — | Priest River, ID | Apr 27, 2023 |
| N53HB | 1966 | Kuna, ID | May 1, 2024 |
| N5495E | 1964 | Le Sueur, MN | Nov 18, 2016 |
| N64702 | 1962 | Rochelle, IL | Sep 9, 2003 |
| N73207 | 1962 | Rochelle, IL | Sep 27, 2010 |
| N73223 | 1962 | Le Sueur, MN | Aug 14, 2008 |
| N7574 | 1961 | Lancaster, PA | Jun 19, 2007 |
| N7575 | 1960 | Beulah, MS | Jul 31, 2017 |
| N7576 | 1969 | Ramona, CA | Apr 11, 2006 |
| N7578 | 1961 | Le Sueur, MN | Jul 26, 2010 |
| N7579 | 1961 | Panama City, FL | Apr 9, 1998 |
| N7878 | 1962 | Rochelle, IL | Nov 18, 1991 |
| N8440E | 1960 | Boynton Beach, FL | Dec 7, 2000 |
| N8484E | 1961 | Jonesboro, AR | Apr 24, 2018 |
| N8486E | — | Black Rock, AR | Jun 23, 2010 |
| N8522F | 1971 | Hamilton, MI | Apr 29, 2010 |
| N9526 | 1954 | Dorr, MI | Nov 4, 2019 |
| N96194 | — | Priest River, ID | Apr 27, 2023 |