2021 Bell 505
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
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IFRDescription
Propel Aviation Sales & Services, LLC. is proud to bring N255JM to market. This Bell 505 isn't just a machine; it’s a testament to pride of ownership. From its beautiful black exterior to it spotless interior, every inch of N255JM reflects the care of a meticulous single-owner history since new. N255JM does not have any damage history and it has been serviced with the highest standards of craftsmanship from mostly Bell Helicopter themselves since new. The aircraft records are fully documented and transparent since new. For the discerning operator, N255JM offers a unique path to owning a 2021 model-year Bell 505 with premium upgrades like Dart emergency pop out floats, air conditioning, Garmin Auto Pilot and more.
Interior
Crew Seats - Premium Interior (Black Leather) Passenger Seats (Folding Utility W/ Access to Cargo Space) Color Coordinated Carpet
Exterior
Gloss Black Solid 765268 Bell 505 Logo - Silver No Stripe Registration Number (Painted)
Inspection
Current on all maintenance. N255JM is enrolled in CAMP / Cescom and has been since new.
Modifications / STCs
• Kits & Customizing
• Operator Accessory Package
• Inlet Barrier Filter
• Rotor Brake
• Emergency Float Kit (Dart) (Not installed at the moment)
• Dual Pilot Controls
• Air Conditioning System
• Cowling Access Door
• Automatic Door Openers for Pilot Door
• Automatic Door Openers for Co-Pilot Door
• Frahm Equipment
• Frahm Provisions
• Ground Handling Wheels
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Propel Aviation S & S
controller.com
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Miami, FL | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Propel Aviation S & S
controlleremea.co.uk
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Miami, FL | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
aviationtrader.com.au
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Miami, Florida, Australia | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Bell 505
This 2021 Bell 505 (N255JM) is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 203 hours on the airframe. There are currently 27 505 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $1,300,000 to $2,681,652.
The 505 cruises at 125 kts (232 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 30 GPH (114 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $165/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $400/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $80,000. With 203 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 2,797 hours remaining to engine TBO .
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 505 — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N255JM.
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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N255JM against the NTSB accident database.
Service Difficulty Reports — Bell 505
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
SKID TUBE FOUND BROKEN ALL THE WAY THROUGH DURING POST FLIGHT INSPECTION.
LEFT HAND SKID TUBE FOUND BROKEN ALL THE WAY THROUGH DURING POST FLIGHT INSPECTION.
LEFT HAND SKID TUBE FOUND BROKEN COMPLETELY THROUGH DURING POST FLIGHT INSPECTION.
SUPPORT BEARINGS IN TRANSMISSION RESTRAINT P/N SLS-030-910-109, HAVE BECOME "UN-STAKED" RESULTING IN A 1TO 1 VERTICAL VIBRATION.
NR SENSOR FAILURE. NR WENT TO ZERO IN FLIGHT. CAUSED TRANSPONDER TO GO OFF LINE AS AIRCRAFT THOUGHT IT WAS ON THE GROUND DUE TO ZERO ROTOR RPM.
APRIL 29, 2022. APROX. 10:00 AM. S WESTVIEW DR, CEDAR CITY, UT 84720 SHORTLY AFTER TAKEOFF, ROUGHLY 5 MILES SOUTH OF CDC AIRPORT THE MGT STARTED TO RISE. PILOT TURNED BACK TOWARD THE AIRFIELD WHILE MGT AND TOT CONTINUED TO RISE. DROPPING COLLECTI...
MINIMAL SPLINE ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN THE HYDRAULIC PUMP ADAPTER ASSY AND THE MAIN GEARBOX OIL PUMP SPLINES. THE PUMP ADAPTER ASSY HAD MOVED IN THE DIRECTION OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP AND BOTTOMED OUT ON THE LARGER DIAMETER TAPERED AREA OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP...
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILED IN FLIGHT. DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY BETWEEN HYDRAULIC PUMP AND TRANSMISSION OIL PUMP SPLINES FAILED. DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER P/N M206-204026-041.
ENGINE WAS SENT TO THE REPAIR STATION FOR REPAIR AFTER METAL PARTICLES WERE FOUND ON THE ACCESSORY GEARBOX MAGNETIC PLUG. DURING DISASSEMBLY IT WAS NOTED THAT TWO TABS FROM THE INTERMEDIATE GEAR BEARING CAGE WERE MISSING AND MATCHED THE TWO METAL PA...
(CAN) AFTER PERFORMED MAINTENANCE BY (CSF) AND INITIATED A GROUND RUN FOR A LEAK CHECK. START TEMPERATURES WERE NORMAL AT IDLE AND WHEN THE PILOT SWITCHED TO FLY MODE MGT AND OIL TEMPERATURE ROSE TO A POINT THAT THE OIL TEMPERATURE CEASED TO REGISTE...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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