AB 47G.3B.1

The AB 47G.3B.1 is an Italian-built variant of the classic Bell Model 47 helicopter, manufactured under license by Agusta, a company that became part of the modern Leonardo. This light helicopter is a three-place, single-engine aircraft known for its reliability and distinctive “bubble” canopy. The Bell 47G-3B-1 was originally certified in 1963.

Leonardo, as a global aerospace and defense powerhouse, has roots in several foundational Italian aerospace firms, including Agusta. Agusta began licensing the Bell 47 series in 1954, producing the helicopter for military and civil markets across Europe and beyond. This licensing and manufacturing history established a key part of Leonardo’s legacy in rotary-wing aircraft production. The AB 47G.3B.1, with its robust design, had a maximum gross weight of 2,950 pounds (1,338 kilograms) and was often used for training, utility, and agricultural work.

A variety of platforms and access solutions are utilized to service and inspect this aircraft’s main rotor, tail rotor, and engine mast. For thorough maintenance needs, these access tools are indispensable for reaching all sections of the helicopter, including the nose, fuselage, landing gear, and empennage.