Specifications
Broker
IAN SWAN
AI Description
- Model: BELL 206B III
- Condition: Used
- Main Rotor Blade Time Remaining: 15,937 hours
- Main Rotor Hub Time Remaining: 636 hours
- Tail Rotor Blade Time Remaining: 1,211 hours
- Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining: 2,814 hours
- Compressor Time Remaining: 1,129 hours
- Turbine Time Remaining: 2,324 hours
- Governor Time Remaining: 1,074 hours
- Fuel Control Time Remaining: 1,728 hours
- Freewheel Time Remaining: 1,476 hours
- M/R Hub Time Remaining: 636 hours
- M/R Transmission Time Remaining: 1,817 hours
- Mast Assembly Time Remaining: 2,514 hours
- Swashplate Time Remaining: 2,955 hours
- T/R Gearbox Time Remaining: 2,814 hours
- T/R Hub Time Remaining: 726 hours
- T/R Blades Time Remaining: 1,211/536 hours
- Avionics: Dual KY 96A Comm, KT 76A Transponder, LL Wiring, Artex 406 ELT, Audio Panel, Auto Relight
- Additional Equipment: Dual Controls, Heater, Baggage Compartment, Bearpaws, Stretcher Provisions, Range Extender, High Gear Shoulder Harnesses, Bear Paws Flight Steps, Dual Latch Doors Baggage Extender, Casey Heater Bleed Air Heater, Wire Cutter Bleed Air Defog.
About this Model
Overview
The Bell 206B III JetRanger is a widely used light single-engine turbine helicopter known for straightforward systems, predictable handling, and broad mission versatility. It is commonly selected for local passenger moves, pilot training, patrol, and light utility roles where ramp footprint, ease of operation, and turbine reliability are prioritized over payload and all-weather capability.
Mission Fit
Best suited to missions that stay relatively close to base and emphasize dispatch simplicity. The aircraft’s utility is strong for local flying, but payload/range margins narrow quickly with multiple occupants, fuel, and high-density-altitude conditions.
Cabin
The JetRanger’s cabin is compact and functional, typically arranged for a pilot plus four passengers, with good outward visibility that supports sightseeing and observation tasks. Noise and vibration levels are typical for a legacy light turbine helicopter; passenger comfort is highly dependent on interior condition, seating, and headset/intercom quality.