Specifications
Broker
MT HUTT AVIATION
+64274255864
Aircraft Details
• Located in Alford Forest, New Zealand
• Seller: Mt Hutt Aviation Ltd (Contact: Mark Kershaw)
• Airframe total time: 15,992.6 hours
• Main rotor (MR) blades: 2,926.6 hours remaining
• MR hub: 921.5 hours remaining to overhaul
• MR mast: 2,472.4 hours remaining to overhaul
• Tail rotor (TR) blades: 3,105.3 hours remaining
• Main gearbox (MGB): 872.5 hours remaining to overhaul
• Compressor: 864.9 hours remaining
• Fuel control unit (FCU): 844.7 hours remaining
• Fuel nozzle: 2,222.2 hours remaining
• Fuel pump: 572 hours remaining
• Power turbine governor (PTG): 535.4 hours remaining
• Turbine: 312 hours until hot section inspection (HMI)
• Engine gearbox: 2,635.1 hours since overhaul
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.