Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Model: BELL 206B III
- Condition: Used
- Interior: Recently refreshed with custom leather seating and wool carpeting
- Component Life: Approximately 48% overall remaining, including Van Horn main rotor blades
- Equipped for: Utility and corporate missions
- Avionics:
- Garmin GTX-330 Transponder
- GPS / NAV / COM Transceiver
- VHF Communication Radio
- HSI
- Radar Altimeter System
- Skywatch Sensor Antenna
- Skywatch Processor & Tray
- Avionics Cooling Fan
- Additional Equipment:
- High Skid Gear with Entry Step
- Cargo Hook Provisions
- Rotor Brake
- Passenger Door Openers
- Crew Door Opener
- Maintenance Step
- Pre-flight Step Handles
- Baggage Floor Protector
- Air Cabin Heater
- Air Comb Bleed Air Defroster
- Particle Separator
- Night Flying Kit
- Fire Extinguisher
- Dual Controls
- Antenna Package
- Location: Rockford, Illinois
- Seller: Hillsboro Aviation, Oregon
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.