Light Helicopters
Bell 206 Jet Ranger
ICAO: B06
Overview
The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is a light single-engine helicopter introduced in the 2010s. Designed as a successor to earlier JetRanger models, it emphasizes simplicity and modern avionics. The aircraft is widely used for training, corporate, and utility roles.
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Specifications
Units
- Engine
- 1 × Turbomeca Arrius 2R
- Engine type
- Turboshaft
- Power
- 505 shp · 377 kW
- Avionics
- Garmin G1000H
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 5
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- 4 ft 9 in · 1.46 m
- Cabin height
- 4 ft 3 in · 1.30 m
- Cabin length
- 4 ft 7 in · 1.40 m
- Exterior length
- 42 ft 4 in · 12.90 m
- Tail height
- 10 ft 2 in · 3.10 m
- Fuselage diameter
- 5 ft 0 in · 1.52 m
- Wing span
- 37 ft 0 in · 11.28 m
- Baggage volume
- 18 ft³ · 0.5 m³
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 4,500 lb · 2,050 kg
- Max landing weight
- 4,500 lb · 2,050 kg
- Max payload
- 1,500 lb · 700 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 100 gal · 400 L · 300 kg (Jet A)
- Max cruise speed
- 125 kt · 144 mph · 232 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- —
- Range
- 306 nm · 350 mi · 570 km
- Fuel burn
- —
- Ceiling
- 18,610 ft · 5,700 m
- Rate of climb
- —
- Takeoff distance
- —
- Landing distance
- —
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Operational Context
Bell 505 Jet Ranger X — light single-engine utility helicopter
The Bell 505 first flew in 2014 and entered service in 2017. It was developed to replace older light helicopters while incorporating updated technology. The design features a two-blade main rotor and a spacious cabin with a glass cockpit.
Powered by a Safran Arrius 2R turboshaft engine producing approximately 505 shaft horsepower, the Bell 505 cruises at around 125 knots (232 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 3,680 pounds (1,670 kg). The cabin typically seats four occupants plus a pilot.
The Bell 505 serves flight schools and private operators worldwide. Its modern avionics and relatively low operating costs have contributed to steady demand. The aircraft continues the legacy of the JetRanger line in a contemporary format.
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