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BELL 206B JETRANGER(1968)

Specifications

Year1968
Serial Number--
RegistrationHA-LFS
Total Hours11,063
LocationBUDAPEST, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
RegionEUROPE

Broker

FLY4LESS KFT

AI Description

  • Model: BELL 206B
  • Condition: Used
  • Type: AB206, compliant with EASA R.140
  • MTOW: 1,450 kg (3,196.7 lb)
  • Total Airframe Time: 11,063:11 hours
  • Complete refurbishment in 2019: new exterior paint and fully renewed interior
  • Maintained in accordance with Part-145 standards
  • Engine: Rolls Royce M250-C20
  • Engine Shaft Horsepower: 420 HP
  • Engine Time Since Overhaul (SOH): 7,134 hours
  • Engine Time Before Overhaul (TBO): 2,000 hours
  • Avionics:
  • BendixKing KX-165A VHF NAV/COMM
  • BendixKing KY-196A VHF COMM
  • RCA1510 Electric Digital Heading Indicator
  • Trig TT31 S Mode Transponder
  • BendixKing KI-250 Radio Altimeter with KRA-10A Radar Altimeter System
  • Garmin Area 795/796
  • Interior: Durable fabric pilot and co-pilot seats, fabric cabin seats in a 3-seat configuration, dual control, two-point belts
  • Fuel extender capacity: up to 96 US gallons

About this Model

Overview

The Bell 206B JetRanger is a light, single-engine turbine helicopter commonly used for training, passenger shuttle, patrol/observation, light utility work, and aerial tourism. It is valued for straightforward handling, a conventional rotorcraft layout, and an operating concept that emphasizes practical payload-range flexibility over high-end avionics integration or large-cabin capacity.

Mission Fit

The 206B fits missions where dispatch simplicity, predictable handling, and moderate cruise performance are more important than cabin volume or heavy-lift capability. It is typically selected for short, frequent legs with rapid turnarounds and for missions that benefit from good visibility and straightforward cabin access.

Cabin

Cabin comfort is functional rather than luxury-oriented. The JetRanger’s layout typically places two seats up front and a rear bench, with large windows supporting sightseeing and observation. Noise and vibration levels are typical of light turbine helicopters; headset-based communications are the norm. Cabin loading is practical for small bags and mission kits, but space is limited compared with larger single-engine and twin platforms.