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N985B V

Bell 47H-1 · 1956

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 1181011

Bell 47H-1
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 3
Cruise: 68 KTAS
Category: Standard
TCDS: H-1

Engine — CODE 27033

Manufacturer: Franklin
Model: 6V4 SERIES
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 210 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N985B
Serial Number: 1362
Year Manufactured: 1956
ACFTREF Code: 1181011
Engine Code: 27033
Status: V (V)
Certification: 1
Type Aircraft: Rotorcraft (6)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master

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Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 53336720
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ADBDD0

Registrant

Mcgee Kenneth J
7208 Airlie Pl
Wilmington, NC, 284033780
FAA Region: 1

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Apr 22, 2026
Airworthiness Jul 2, 1956
Expiration Apr 30, 2033
Last Activity Apr 22, 2026
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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