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BELL 206B III JETRANGER(1980)

Asking Price
$595,000

Specifications

Year1980
Serial Number3058
RegistrationN123WF
Total Hours9,030.6
LocationFRESNO, CALIFORNIA
RegionNORTH AMERICA

Broker

JK AVIATION

AI Description

  • Condition: Used
  • Annual completed: May 25
  • New components:
  • 4-year TT straps
  • Carpet
  • Concord battery
  • Skids
  • Hoses
  • Features:
  • Front/Rear USB ports
  • Cargo hook
  • Auto-relight
  • Fuel range extender
  • Garmin 420 GPS
  • King Comm 2 radio
  • Audio mixer
  • Rotor brake
  • Pulse light
  • IBF inlet filter
  • Maintenance:
  • Mandatory inspections and services due soon, including:
  • ELT inspection
  • 12-month airframe inspection
  • Cabin fire extinguisher inspections
  • Various component operation inspections
  • Engine inspections and oil changes
  • Engine: RR250
  • Engine installation date: January 25, 1980
  • Compliance events scheduled for 2025-2026

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.