Specifications
Broker
RANGER AVIATION LEASING
AI Description
- Model: BELL 206B III
- Condition: Used
- Flight Rules: VFR
- Available for immediate lease
- Excellent times remaining with spares available
- Features:
- Range extender
- Italian leather interior
- Carpet and interior trim kit
- Stainless entry scuff plates
- Dual controls
- Hinged circuit breaker panel
- Maintenance steps
- Extended baggage
- Window air deflectors
- Van Horn T/R blades
- Rotor brake
- Air Comm heater
- Float provisions
- Gloss Emron painted decks
- Like new Bell M/R blades
- Hinged carbon fiber T/R driveshaft cowling
- All new wiring during refurb
- Avionics:
- ADS-B equipped
- Artificial horizon
- Radar altimeter
- Single pilot operation
- ELT
- Number of seats: 5
- Airworthy status: Yes
- Organized records with a plan for upcoming component exchanges to minimize downtime
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.