Specifications
AI Description
- Exterior: Viper Red and Blue paint scheme in excellent condition.
- Interior: Gray interior with coordinated seating, carpeting, and trim; configured for 5 seats.
- Engine: Rolls Royce 250-C20B Turboshaft Engine (420 SHP) with 3,500 hour TBO; 1,165.5 hours SMOH.
- Avionics: Updated suite including L-3 Lynx NGT-9000 MFD (GPS, transponder, ADS-B In/Out, in-flight weather), Garmin audio panel GMA-350H, and multiple Bendix/King radios.
- Maximum speed: 130 knots / 150 mph.
- Fuel capacity: 91 US gallons / 344 liters.
- Fuel endurance: 3 hours 38 minutes to empty.
- Maximum altitude: 20,000 ft.
- Maximum gross weight: 3,350 lbs / 1,519.5 kgs.
- Equipped with STCs for heating, air-conditioning, increased internal gross weight, and various safety and convenience features.
- Complies with all Airworthiness Directives; annual inspection due 08/31/26.
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.