1983 Bell 206l1
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
For sale is a 1983 Bell 206L-1 has only 2,750 total hours since new. Very low time ship with the C28 installed. Equipped with cold A/C, emergency pop-out floats, a range extender, Van Horn tail rotor blades, and a fresh annual just completed. The helicopter also features a brand new executive interior that’s ready to impress. Turnkey and ready to fly. Perfect for VIP, utility or personal missions. You won’t find a better mix of pedigree, performance and comfort in an L1. 2,750 total time since new Included in the sale: Air conditioning (Keith Freon) Bleed air heater Garmin GMA 340 Garmin GNS 430 Garmin SL-40 Garmin GTX 327 Garmin GI-106A Leather seats (plush leather) Ground handling wheels Dual controls Wedge windows front and back New windshields ELT installed Floor protectors included High skids Rotor brake installed Flight steps Hat rack installed 50 and 100 HR/annual INSP just completed Annual completed July 2025 TT Strap retires on 1/23/2027 MRB have 1783 remaining TRB have 3143 remaining Aircraft is located in Michigan Call or text Jimmy at
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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TJ Helicopters
tjhelicopters.com
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$769,000
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— | Apr 08, 2026 | 108 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Bell 206l1
This 1983 Bell 206l1 is a 7-seat single turbine helicopter . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $769,000.
The 206l1 cruises at 130 kts (241 km/h) with a range of 340 nm (630 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 33 GPH (125 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $182/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Bell 206l1 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateBELL 206L LongRanger
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Ownership & Registration
Registration number not available.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Location not available
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
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Service Difficulty Reports — Bell 206l1
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE
AC SMELLS LIKE BURNT ELECTRIC WHEN TURN ON
LH FS 145 & STIFFENER CLIP CRACKED
FOUND WORKING FASTENERS ON L/H UPPER LONGERON FITTING. AFTER INSPECTION FOUND HOLE OUT OF TOLERANCE. REPLACE L/H UPPER LONGERON
DURING 300 HOUR A/F INSPECTION FOUND A CRACK AT STATION 142 R/H SIDE ON THE UPPER FRAME NOT RELATED TO ANY INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT.
DURING 300 HOUR AF INSPECTION FOUND A CRACK AT STATION 142 R/H SIDE ON THE UPPER FRAME. NOT RELATED TO ANY INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT
FOUND WORKING FASTENERS ON L/H UPPER LONGERON FITTING. AFTER INSPECTION FOUND HOLE OUT OF TOLERANCE. REPLACED L/H UPPER LONGERON
L/H FS 145 STIFFENER CLIP CRACKED.
CRACK IN 145 STATION
LANDED DUE TO SMOKE SMELL IN AFT CABIN.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $769,000–$799,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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