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BELL 206B III JETRANGER(1987)

BELL 206B III JETRANGER

Specifications

Year1987
Serial Number8676
RegistrationVH-UTB
Total Hours2,490
LocationTYABB, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
RegionAUSTRALIA & OCEANIA

Broker

HELISHARE

AI Description

  • Model: BELL 206B III Jetranger
  • Condition: Used
  • Location: Tyabb Airport, Mornington Peninsula, Australia
  • Ownership: ¼ share equity ownership available
  • Management: Professionally managed operation with maintenance, compliance, insurance, and scheduling included
  • Interior: Immaculate condition with leather interior
  • Equipment:
  • Bose Headsets (5 units)
  • Garmin GTR225 Communications
  • PMA8000 Bluetooth Audio Panel
  • Hangared at Tyabb Airport
  • Inspection Status: Airworthy

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.