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BELL 206B III JETRANGER(1985)

Specifications

Year1985
Serial Number
Registration--
Total Hours--
LocationENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM
RegionEUROPE

Broker

Aircraft Details

  • Located in Liskeard, Cornwall, United Kingdom
  • Total airframe time: 9,168 hours
  • Powered by Rolls-Royce 250-C20J engine (S/N: CAE-820595)
  • Equipped with FDC inlet barrier filter and Diamond J TOT gauge
  • Part 135 approved, suitable for commercial operations
  • Avionics: NVFR capable, Garmin audio panel (new 2024), dual Garmin VHF radios (new 2024), Garmin GTX330 transponder, Sperry attitude and directional gyros, turn and slip indicator, instantaneous vertical speed indicator (IVSI), Davtron clock, USB ports (front and rear), BOSE headset jacks
  • Practical, well-presented interior with leather seats and integrated shoulder harnesses
  • Durable, easy-to-maintain cabin materials
  • Exterior: clean white and orange paint scheme, highly visible and professional appearance
  • Cargo hook provisions and utility-focused specification
  • Well maintained airframe, suitable for continued private or commercial use

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.