Has N222UT been in an accident?

Yes. N222UT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2010.

What kind of aircraft is N222UT?

N222UT is a 1987 Bell 222U (rotorcraft), serial number 47559.

N222UT — 1987 Bell 222U

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N222UT appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2010, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 47559
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 222U
Year: 1987
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Lycoming Lts-101 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

View the FAA registry record for N222UT →

Accident & incident history

WPR10LA200Apr 9, 2010Santa Maria, CANo injuries
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection to ensure that all tie-down straps were removed prior to flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper management of sleep opportunities during the preceding rest period, which likely contributed to the development of fatigue.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1987 Bell 222U).

Apr 16, 2019deregistered — Pacific Helicopter Tours Inc

Frequently asked

Has N222UT been in an accident?: Yes. N222UT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2010.
What kind of aircraft is N222UT?: N222UT is a 1987 Bell 222U (rotorcraft), serial number 47559.

The full N222UT report

$12 $29 launch pricing

Full NTSB investigation narratives for all 1 record — the complete text, not just the cause line
Pre-buy question list generated from this aircraft’s actual records
Complete registration & deregistration timeline, print-ready

Get the full report — $12

Instant access · no account · permanent link