Specifications
AI Description
- Engine Type: C20J
- Stage 1 Time Remaining: 1270 hours
- Stage 2 Time Remaining: 1270 hours
- Stage 3 Time Remaining: 2507 hours
- Stage 4 Time Remaining: 2507 hours
- Compressor Time Remaining: 1457 hours
- Impellor Time Remaining: 1507 hours
- TRB Time Remaining: 167 hours
- TGB Time Remaining: 2067 hours
- MGB Time Remaining: 3632 hours
- MRB Time Remaining: 167 hours
- MR Hub Time Remaining: 695 hours
- Avionics:
- Garmin GTX345 In/Out Transponder
- NAT AMS44
- King KY196A
- Trimble TNL2000 GPS
- Artex ME406 ELT
- Interior: Blue cloth seats with blue carpet
- Exterior: White/Dark blue
- Additional Equipment:
- Dual controls
- Wire strike protection
- Facet oil filter
- Alternative batteries (Odyssey)
- Cabin heater/defroster
- Flitesteps folding maintenance step
- Step/handle kit
- Crew wedge windows
- Baggage bay spacemaker
- Door opener kit
- Frost lights
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.