Has N948DS been in an accident?

Yes. N948DS appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N948DS?

N948DS is a Bell 47G-4 (rotorcraft), serial number 3140.

N948DS — Bell 47G-4

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Oct 31, 2026

N948DS appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Oct 31, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 3140
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 47G-4
Category: Rotorcraft
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR11CA398Aug 21, 2011Los Banos, CAMinor
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power poles while maneuvering during low-altitude operations.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the Bell 47G-4).

Jan 10, 2018deregistered — Schuh Roger J

Frequently asked

Has N948DS been in an accident?: Yes. N948DS appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N948DS?: N948DS is a Bell 47G-4 (rotorcraft), serial number 3140.

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