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Aircraft Details
- Exceptionally well-equipped and beautifully presented Bell 505 Jet Ranger X, finished in gloss black with Calypso orange striping
- Garmin 3-axis autopilot, Garmin GTX 345R transponder with traffic display, and Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck
- Premium interior seating with two-tone grey leather, black headliner with carbon fibre hydrographic centre panel, and tan carpet
- Includes Frahm vibration reduction system, Flitestep boarding steps, LED navigation, strobe, and Pulselight landing lights
- Only 78 airframe hours from new, always hangared and maintained by a Part 145 approved organisation
- Powered by Safran Arrius 2R turbine engine
- Features standard skids, inlet barrier filter, dual pilot controls, rotor brake, sliding windows, automatic door openers, tail rotor gearbox cover, avionics shelf, emergency locator transmitter, and operator accessory package
- Sale includes Bell 505 type rating course, 1 year scheduled maintenance, and up to 25 hours leaseback until sale completes
- Aircraft based at a London airfield, available from September 2026
About this Model
Overview
The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is a five-seat, single-turbine helicopter positioned for flight training, private ownership, and light commercial work. It combines a relatively simple airframe with a glass cockpit and features aimed at lowering workload in the traffic pattern and during confined-area operations. Compared with older two-blade trainers and legacy light singles, the 505’s emphasis is on contemporary avionics, predictable handling, and an interior that can be configured for passengers or light utility.
Mission Fit
Mission strength is in repeatable short legs, airwork, and day-to-day flying where ease of operation and cockpit workload matter. It is commonly selected where the aircraft will spend significant time in the training pattern, doing local flights, or supporting light commercial tasks. For consistently demanding hot-and-high, high gross-weight, or missionized roles, buyers often look to larger airframes with greater performance and payload headroom.
Cabin
The 505’s cabin is designed around visibility and accessibility. Large windows support training and observation, while wide doors simplify passenger entry and loading. Seating is typically arranged for one pilot plus up to four passengers, with configurations that can prioritize passenger comfort or practical utility depending on interior and equipment choices.