Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
Rotorcraft · LYCOMING LTS-101 SER
Registered
3
Year Range
1985–1989
NTSB Events
1
Airworthiness Directives
0
Aircraft Resources
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2 aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- UT 33.3% 1
- HI 33.3% 1
- CA 33.3% 1
By Decade of Manufacture
- 1980s 100.0% 3
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2 aircraft
1 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 1.
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Sep 22, 2005
N117MKColumbus, Ohio
NTSB Docket →
02b / NASA ASRS Reports
Near-miss reports involving EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
NASA's voluntary, confidential reporting system surfaces what almost went wrong. 2 de-identified ASRS reports reference this airframe. Pilot-written narrative. ASRS reports are voluntary and not investigated — they represent the reporter's perspective and cannot infer prevalence.
- ACN 2008212 Emergency Medical Service Incidents
MBB-BK117 pilot reported the rotor wash of the helicopter while performing a hover taxi over the taxiway caused a nearby aircraft that was fueling to move. The other aircraft did not have a parking br
MBB-BK 117 All Series
- ACN 1895808 Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Helicopter Captain reported while attempting to land on the helipad, a person was standing near the landing area, requiring the pilot to execute a missed approach and go- around.
MBB-BK 117 All Series
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
No matching airworthiness directives are on file for this make and model in the Federal Register.
04 / Type Certificate Data Sheets
FAA TCDS for EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.
- H13EU Historical Rev 18 · 11/25/2020
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH
Models: MBB-BK 117 C-2, MBB-BK 117 B-2, MBB-BK 117 A-3, MBB-BK 117 B-1 + 5 more
05 / Special Airworthiness Information Bulletins
Advisories applicable to EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
5 SAIBs on file. SAIBs are FAA advisory notices — not mandatory like ADs, but worth reviewing for service bulletins and emerging issues.
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11/16/2017
SAIB SW-18-04
Engine Oil Drainage System
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03/22/2012
SAIB SW-12-22
MBB BK117 C-2 Auto Flight System
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07/30/2008
SAIB SW-08-38
Sandel Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator SN3308 Heading Repeater Display Installations
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11/09/2007
SAIB SW-08-04
Night Vision Imaging System installation on BK -117C-2 Helicopter
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07/15/2005
SAIB SW-05-73
SAIB SW-05-73 —
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
281 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.
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04/14/2023
STC SH3319NM
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,
Precise Flight Inc
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03/29/2023
STC SR00181BO
Installation of Outerlink Corporation CP-2 Satcom System in accordance with Outerlink Corporation Master Document List No. D000-1002, Revision IR, dated December 23, 2003, or later…
Outerlink Corporation
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03/29/2023
STC SR00181BO
Installation of Outerlink Corporation CP-2 Satcom System in accordance with Outerlink Corporation Master Document List No. D000-1002, Revision IR, dated December 23, 2003, or later…
Outerlink Corporation
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06/22/2022
STC SR00592DE-D
Installation of an Emergency Medical System (EMS) interior.
Air Methods Corporation
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06/22/2022
STC SR00592DE
Installation of an Emergency Medical System (EMS) interior.
Air Methods Corporation
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05/19/2020
STC SH3319NM (1 OF 2)
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the\nLanding /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,
Precise Flight Inc
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05/09/2019
STC SR01938LA
Installation of crew seat configuration
BAE Systems Land & Armaments LP
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03/10/2019
STC SH5798NM
Lifeport patient loading and support system.
LifePort LLC
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10/17/2018
STC SR01853SE
Installation of skid tubes
Dart Aerospace USA Inc.
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09/10/2018
STC SR00059MC-D
Installation of US Army National Guard Security and Support Battalion Sierra Nevada Corporation Analog/Digital Data Downlink "B Kit" in accordance with American Eurocopter Corporat…
Airbus Helicopters, Inc.
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08/24/2018
STC SR00596DE
Installation of NVG Compatible Filters
Air Methods Corporation
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07/18/2018
STC SR09304RC-D
Installation of NVIS/NVG Cockpit Lighting System
Airbus Helicopters, Inc.
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06/13/2017
STC SR09528RC
Installation of Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) / Night Vision Goggles (NVG) Cockpit Lighting
Aero Dynamix Inc.
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01/26/2017
STC SR01968NY-D
Installation of medical interior.
RSG Products
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12/29/2016
STC SH3319NM
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,
Precise Flight Inc
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09/14/2016
STC SR00006RD
Installation of Emergency Medical Equipment part number 145121-501.
Aerolite AG
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09/14/2016
STC SR03049NY
The installation of a Stylence Package , interior modification,
Aerolite AG
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09/14/2016
STC SR00007RD
Installation of NATO Stretcher Retainer part number 145223-501.
Aerolite AG
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02/26/2016
STC SR01938LA
Installation of crew seat configuration
BAE Systems Protection Systems Inc
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10/28/2015
STC SR01853SE
Installation of skid tubes
Dart Aerospace USA Inc.
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07/02/2015
STC SR01611SE
Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System.
Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc.
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06/09/2014
STC SH3319NM
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,
Precise Flight Inc
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04/24/2014
STC SR00059MC-D
Installation of US Army National Guard Security and Support Battalion Sierra Nevada Corporation Analog/Digital Data Downlink "B Kit" in accordance with American Eurocopter Corporat…
Airbus Helicopters, Inc.
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11/07/2013
STC SR09304RC-D
Installation of NVIS/NVG Cockpit Lighting System
American Eurocopter Corporation
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11/07/2013
STC SR02270SE
Fabrication and installation of Geneva Aviation Audio System
Geneva Aviation Inc.
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10/22/2013
STC SR00057MC-D
Installation of US Army National Guard Security and Support Battalion fixed provisions "A Kit"
American Eurocopter Corporation
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07/31/2013
STC SR01853SE
Installation of skid tubes
Dart Aerospace USA Inc
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07/29/2013
STC SR03316NY
Installation of Bearpaws
Dart Aerospace Limited
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07/25/2013
STC SH3319NM
Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,
Precise Flight Inc
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07/09/2013
STC SR09305RC-D
Installation of external passenger steps and external portions of mission equipment
American Eurocopter Corporation
+ 251 more STCs on file
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
60+ parts on file from the FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval database. Each is a non-OEM part the FAA has authorized for use as a replacement on this aircraft type.
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6203-0000-001#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/125064CE048362EE86258448004FEE9D.0001##
Health Usage Monitoring System (HUMS)
Ultra Electronics Flightline Systems replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E64DB334C94FCA4E8625822D0067528A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BC1F06C78FC507388625822D00675289.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D04FF48BD2722DF486257FFD006ED57B.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/38B5DF401B40676286257FFD006ED57A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/07BB131F6458C51986257FD10063CA95.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F53814DFE452B88B86257FD10063CA8A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E5353CCB3889CE3F86257F80004AF848.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/84D1CC8BDA6E592886257F80004AF7FA.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7EF00E7E1567C10C86257E34007449A0.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FBA898BA8753181186257E3400744942.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/85EC9C6AC6EC8BC886257CC900607D5A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0E574BEB7C5F8A6586257CC900607D59.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/09EF56EC344FBB288625805F005CE502.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/55BE17F4E26D3E5A8625805F005CE5B2.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
7638-44#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4FDCF3FF706D244A8625811000710284.0001##
Gill LT Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery
Teledyne Battery Products replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
3440#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E29DC3BEBA5FE01886258110007102C2.0001##
Battery Temperature Stow, Assembly
Teledyne Battery Products replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145-SAT-100#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/93487F415C59F4458625810500700531.0001##
Satcom Flight Data Monitoring System (Detail Parts)
Metro Aviation Inc replaces 145-SAT-100
PMA holder → -
311-000001-003#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E1406D80D8B4A8B4862580E90068C9DB.0001##
Model 311 GII Fire Attack System
Simplex Manufacturing Co replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
311-000001-001#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C353A641A370E76F862580E90068C9D9.0001##
Model 311 GII Fire Attack System
Simplex Manufacturing Co replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
311-000001-005#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4601787F73BB41F6862580E90068C9DC.0001##
Model 311 GII Fire Attack System
Simplex Manufacturing Co replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
02-1505--7007#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0A54F78F3C0BA08B86257FC0005B806F.0001##
Cable Assembly
B/E Aerospace Inc replaces 02-1505--7007
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0257C2CA887AB69D86257D730061076C.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F0DDA7C39FB4F17086257D5E004F2521.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BE9F336A2D6EA5B486257D5C005A1B1E.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/251AE6C3F1D51CA786257D550065DD49.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F970C227254BE0D986257D4A005B499D.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EDBFA1DEE991152C86257D4A005B499E.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B3C62497DBEF566786257D3F006525AE.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4F6520E77105AB5A86257D10006D2E9F.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
SAB651M0001202#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID168748798320221013143120.0001##
Safety Sheet
Seginus Inc replaces B651M0001202
PMA holder → -
71000073-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/341A0152C072225C8625829E00575BCA.0001##
Kit, Labels, VXP On-Board
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 25718
PMA holder → -
901-15175#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B30818DD88DF2F1E8625829E00575BDA.0001##
Outline, VXP Onboard Monitor
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 15175
PMA holder → -
901-8866-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C7CB642D5488D3018625829E00575BDD.0001##
Velocimeter, EMI
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 8866-1
PMA holder → -
71000065-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/341B10CE6C71C72B8625829E00575BD1.0001##
Window, Protective Lexan
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000065-1
PMA holder → -
71000066-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FE4318879FC847AA8625829E00575BD2.0001##
Cable ID Labels, BK-117 C-1, C2 (EC145)
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000066-1
PMA holder → -
71000067-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11AFF21BE11935458625829E00575BD5.0001##
Bracket, Side Mounting, VXP On-Board
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000067-1
PMA holder → -
902-12900-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/10FF9E69B45EF60E8625829E00575BDF.0001##
Assembly, Photocell, Banner
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 12900-2
PMA holder → -
71000064-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/276135B30F29C91D8625829E00575BCF.0001##
Bracket, 4 Connector Mounting, Mighty Mouse EC145
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000064-1
PMA holder → -
906-6343#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1234A2E4CCDBD0C98625829E00575BD6.0001##
Magnetic Pickup (Special)
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 6343
PMA holder →
+ 20 more PMA parts on file
09 / Equivalent Level of Safety findings
ELOS findings issued for EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
3 ELOS findings on file. The FAA issues an ELOS when an applicant proposes an alternative means that achieves the same safety outcome as a literal regulation — a standing record of which certification deviations the agency has approved for this model series.
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ST11176IB-R-1
09/17/2021 →Finding for Passenger Emergency Exits on a Model MBB-BK117, D-3 Rotorcraft, Project #\n ST11176IB-R
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ST04307RD-R-C-01
07/21/2020 →Strength Requirements for Powered Stretcher System
§ 29.561
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SP04283RD-R-F-01
10/21/2015 →Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorder
§ 29.1457
04 / Regulations watching this type
Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for EUROCOPTER DEUTSCHLAND GMBH MBB-BK 117-B2
Advisory Circulars
No ACs explicitly mention this type. Showing universal operating-rule ACs that apply to all aircraft.
Recent Federal Register activity
Latest rulemakings touching general operating rules (Part 91) and maintenance rules (Part 43).
- 2026-04-17 Settlement Policy for Small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Cases FR ↗
- 2026-02-10 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period; Denial of Extension FR ↗
- 2026-02-02 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Requirement, New Aircraft Production FR ↗
- 2026-01-28 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period FR ↗
- 2026-01-07 Requirements for Interference-Tolerant Radio Altimeter Systems FR ↗
05 / Aircraft of this type
All 3 registered N-numbers
Every tail currently on the FAA registry for this make/model. Click an N-number to query the FAA Aircraft Inquiry; rows flagged ● have NTSB events on file. Tails seeded with full TallyAero pages link directly.
05 / Sources & Methodology
Every count traces back to a primary US-government source
- FAA Aircraft Registry →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- NTSB CAROL →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- Federal Register (FAA Airworthiness Directives) →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →