Bell 505 Helicopter in Texas
Texas has one of the largest active GA pilot populations in the US, with extensive aircraft infrastructure across Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio metros and strong support networks for most major aircraft brands. Major flight schools, dealer networks, MRO facilities and overhaul shops are concentrated here.
2 used Bell 505 helicopters for sale in Texas · 5-seat · $1.5M – $1.6M · updated 1 hour ago
About the Bell 505
The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is Bell's modern light single-turbine — a clean-sheet five-seat helicopter introduced in 2017, designed as the spiritual successor to the JetRanger. Powered by a Safran Arrius 2R turboshaft and equipped from the factory with a Garmin G1000H glass cockpit, the 505 is the newest entry point into Bell turbine ownership. It is popular for training, private flying and light commercial operations. As a newer aircraft, most 505s on the used market are low-time and trade close to new prices.
Bell 505 Specifications
Model specThe Bell 505 is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 125 kt (232 km/h), a range of 340 nm (630 km), and a useful load of 1,500 lbs (680 kg).
2 Bell 505 For Sale
There are currently 2 used Bell 505 for sale, ranging from $1,525,000 to $1,590,000, with a median asking price of $1,557,500.
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Bell 505 Price & Cost
How much does a Bell 505 cost? Used 505 prices: $1.5M – $1.6M, average $1.6M (median $1.6M), across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Based on 5 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Bell 505
Buying a Bell 505 centres on its turbine engine(s) — time to overhaul, hot-section history and any engine maintenance program — alongside airframe hours and cycles.
What to check before buying
- Turbine engine status — hot-section and overhaul time, trend monitoring and whether the engine is on a maintenance program.
- Airframe hours & cycles — high-utilisation turboprops accumulate cycles quickly; cycles can matter more than hours.
- Equipment — cargo pod, floats/amphibian gear, de-ice and avionics all affect value.
- Corrosion & logbooks — continuous records and a corrosion inspection, especially on float or marine-operated aircraft.
- Pre-buy inspection — commission an independent pre-buy by a type-experienced shop.
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Bell 505 Safety Record
Across all 505 variants, 4 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2019–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2025 | Petersgrat Mountain, OF | Serious | — |
| May 16, 2024 | Minsk, OF | Incident | — |
| Jun 06, 2019 | Kazbegi, OF | Fatal (3) | — |
| Mar 03, 2019 | Londiani, Kericho, | Fatal (5) | — |
NTSB records 2019–2025. Includes all Bell 505 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.