Specifications
Broker
Aircraft Details
• Located in Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada and maintained by Victoria Helicopters. • Meticulously maintained with many key components (engine compressor, main rotor mast, tail rotor gearbox, main transmission) having significant time remaining. • Airframe total time: 10,665.9 hours. • Equipped for utility operations with BHT particle separator, Onboard Systems cargo hook and frame, Dart cargo mirror, and Dart bearpaw. • Extensive avionics suite including dual Sagem displays, Garmin GNS 430 GPS/NAV/COM, NAT AMS42 dual channel audio controller, ARTEX ELT, Skytrac DVI-250 SAT/COM, Skytrac ISAT-100, KT76A transponder, Bendix King KY196A VHF COM, Bendix ADF KR-87, Technisonic TFM-138B, Midcontinent standby altimeter and airspeed indicator. • Additional features: BHT bleed air heater, BHT snow deflectors, AAI automatic door opener, AAI baggage extender, AAI windows/windshields, AAI maintenance and pre-flight steps, AAI cabin floor protection, AAI transmission cowl doors, Concord lead acid battery, Dart avionics console, Dart cyclic friction kit, Facet scavenge oil filter, Paravion engine auto relight, Trinity Aviation 2-piece TR drivershaft cover, Van Horn tail rotor blades, Whelen LED lighting system (landing/taxi). • Single pilot operation, heater, baggage compartment, and bearpaws included.
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.