1977 Bell 206 JetRanger
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics: Aspen EFD100H and EFD500H MFD/PFD Garmin GNC 420 NAV/COMM Garmin 330 Transponder Garmin SL-40 COMM Additional Equipment: Wire Strike Kit Rotor Brake Range Extender Dual Controls Hook Provisions Dart Avionics Console ELT Pre-flight Steps High Skids W/Flight Steps Multi Function Cyclic
Description
Avionics / Equipment Avionics: Aspen EFD100H and EFD500H MFD/PFD Garmin GNC 420 NAV/COMM Garmin 330 Transponder Garmin SL-40 COMM Additional Equipment: Wire Strike Kit Rotor Brake Range Extender Dual Controls Hook Provisions Dart Avionics Console ELT Pre-flight Steps High Skids W/Flight Steps Multi Function Cyclic
Engine
Engine: Rolls Royce 250-C20B (3,500 Hour TBO) Serial: CAE-831713 Stage 1 and 2 Wheels 990 Hrs Remaining Stage 3 and 4 Wheels 3,765 Hrs Remaining Turbine Assembly 2,715 Hrs Remaining Rotors: 2-Blade (5,000 Hour) Blades 1 and 2 824 Hrs Remaining
Interior
1 Crew 4 Passenger Two Forward Facing Front Seats Three Forward Facing Aft Seats Gray Cloth Seating
Exterior
WHITE AND BLUE WITH SILVER STRIPES
Modifications / STCs
• WIRE STRIKE KIT
• ROTOR BRAKE
• RANGE EXTENDER
• DUAL CONTROLS
• HOOK PROVISIONS
• DART AVIONICS CONSOLE
• ELT
• PRE-FLIGHT STEPS
• HIGH SKIDS W/FLIGHT STEPS
• MULTI FUNCTION CYCLIC
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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International Aircraft Marketing & Sales
controller.com
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$525,000
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Columbia, MS | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Bell 206 JetRanger
This 1977 Bell 206 JetRanger (N16770) is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 15,312 hours on the airframe. There are currently 86 206 JetRanger aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $207,158 to $699,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $525,000.
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.
FAA registration status: Valid. 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
Registered Owner
SOUTHMARK AVIATION INC
Registration Address
HATTIESBURG, MS
Certificate Issued
2024-04-03
Airworthiness
2025-04-25
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB database checked for N16770.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $340,000–$525,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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