1972 Bell 206 JetRanger
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
1972 Jetranger B21972 with 15700 hour AFTT Dual VHFs, FM, ADSB compliantAnnuals last done 4/26 Snowshoes, cargo hook, baggage extender, range extender, particle separator, 65" TR blades, ground handling wheels, dual controls etc.Last power check +13 %Time remaining on majors :MR blades - 680MGB - 2480Turbine HMI - 350 ( 2080 to OH )Compressor - 2080 Solid old ship with plenty of life left in it. Its been used for private flying and some training the last few years, has not been operated commercially since 2021. Last owners replaced tub, tailboom and fin for corrosion in the usual spots. Currently engineer owned, hangered in Wanaka.. Assistance available with Maintenance program, AOC inclusions and shipping etc. Price excludes GST ( if applicable)
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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HeliWorks
controller.com
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$375,000
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Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand | Apr 19, 2026 | 92 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Bell 206 JetRanger
This 1972 Bell 206 JetRanger (ZK-HBO) is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 15,700 hours on the airframe. There are currently 85 206 JetRanger aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $207,158 to $699,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $375,000.
The 206 JetRanger cruises at 120 kts (222 km/h) with a range of 337 nm (624 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 30 GPH (114 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $165/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Bell 206 JetRanger — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (ZK-HBO) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $350,000–$396,211.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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