Has N8169J been in an accident?

Yes. N8169J appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.

What kind of aircraft is N8169J?

N8169J is a 1970 Bell 47G-3B-2 (rotorcraft), serial number 6775.

N8169J — 1970 Bell 47G-3B-2

Deregistered

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

N8169J appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2009, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 6775
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 47G-3B-2
Year: 1970
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR09CA331Jul 7, 2009Ocean Shores, WAMinor
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the water while maneuvering due to the pilot's diverted attention.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1970 Bell 47G-3B-2).

Sep 23, 2009deregistered — Farm & Forest Helicopter Service Inc

Frequently asked

Has N8169J been in an accident?: Yes. N8169J appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.
What kind of aircraft is N8169J?: N8169J is a 1970 Bell 47G-3B-2 (rotorcraft), serial number 6775.

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