Has N9158R been in an accident?

Yes. N9158R appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N9158R?

N9158R is a 1960 Bell 47D1 (rotorcraft), serial number 455.

Who is N9158R registered to?

N9158R is registered to Haley Lee of Ahwahnee, CA. Registration status: active.

N9158R — 1960 Bell 47D1

Active registration

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 23, 2026

N9158R appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 23, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 455
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 47D1
Year: 1960
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Franklin 6v4 Series
Registration: Active
Registered to: Haley Lee — Ahwahnee, CA

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Accident & incident history

WPR11LA469Sep 27, 2011Ahwahnee, CASerious
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm during the landing approach, which resulted in a loss of control.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1960 Bell 47D1).

Oct 7, 2009registered — Haley Lee

Frequently asked

Has N9158R been in an accident?: Yes. N9158R appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N9158R?: N9158R is a 1960 Bell 47D1 (rotorcraft), serial number 455.
Who is N9158R registered to?: N9158R is registered to Haley Lee of Ahwahnee, CA. Registration status: active.

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