1980 Bell 206B III JetRanger Helicopter

Bell 206B III JetRanger Helicopter – C-GPWH – 17,175.4 Airframe Hours – Extensive Maintenance Documentation This Bell 206B III JetRanger is a turbine-powered helicopter supported by detailed maintenance documentation, inspection records, component tracking, and recent service performed by River City Choppers. Registered in Canada as C-GPWH, serial number 3131, this aircraft offers prospective buyers a documented maintenance history with significant recent work involving the tail rotor system, gearbox, airframe, and engine inspections. The Bell 206B III JetRanger is widely recognized for its versatile design, turbine-powered performance, and use in commercial aviation, private transportation, aerial observation, training, and utility operations. Its established service history and extensive maintenance support make it a recognizable platform within the helicopter market. Aircraft Specifications Manufacturer: Bell Helicopter Model: 206B III JetRanger Registration: C-GPWH Aircraft Serial Number: 3131 Total Airframe Time: 17,175.4 hours Engine Time: 16,853.1 hours Recorded Airframe Cycles: 17,035 Engine Type: Rolls-Royce/Allison 250-series turbine Maintenance Provider: River City Choppers Maintenance Work Order: RCC26-250 Recent Inspections and Maintenance Extensive maintenance was documented in September and October 2026, including scheduled 100-hour inspections, annual inspections, and additional airworthiness-related work. Documented service includes: 100-hour airframe inspection performed in accordance with Bell maintenance procedures. 100-hour engine inspection performed in accordance with Rolls-Royce maintenance requirements. Engine oil drained and replenished with Mobil 254. Main transmission and tail rotor gearbox oil serviced. Hydraulic fluid drained and replenished with MIL-H-5606. Kamatics driveshaft inspection completed. Van Horn tail rotor blade inspections performed. Airframe fuel filter and scavenge oil filter replaced. Main rotor mast internal inspection completed. Tail rotor pedal lockout kit, cargo mirror, maintenance steps, passenger steps, and cross tubes inspected. Altimeter, pitot-static, and transponder testing documented. ELT, fire extinguisher, and first-aid equipment inspections documented. Applicable airworthiness directive and service bulletin inspections addressed as recorded. Tail Rotor System and Gearbox Maintenance Additional work was performed after an initial post-maintenance ground run identified a tail rotor balancing issue. The documented corrective work included replacement of both tail rotor trunnion bearings, bearing inner races, the tail rotor mast nut, and the tail rotor balance wheel. The tail rotor gearbox was removed after backlash was found outside allowable limits, and a replacement gearbox was installed. Following this work, the tail rotor was dynamically balanced using DSS MicroVibe equipment, with a recorded final balance of 0.127 IPS at 228 degrees. Independent control checks were also documented on the tail rotor pitch links, control tube, and associated components. Additional Maintenance Highlights Left passenger door seal re-bonded. Engine cowling latches replaced. Main rotor mast nut torque checks performed. Engine governor beep range adjusted. Compass swing completed. Main rotor track-and-balance test flight documented with satisfactory results. Maintenance tracking records supplied for major airframe, rotor, transmission, gearbox, and engine components. Maintenance Tracking and Documentation The supplied component tracking report includes inspection intervals, component serial numbers, overhaul information, remaining service intervals, and scheduled maintenance requirements. The October 2026 tracking report lists the next 100-hour airframe and engine inspections at 17,275.4 airframe hours, based on the recorded total of 17,175.4 hours. The report also documents component-specific maintenance intervals and future scheduled inspections, providing buyers with information for evaluating upcoming maintenance requirements. This Bell 206B III JetRanger represents an opportunity for buyers seeking an established turbine helicopter with extensive maintenance records, recent corrective work, and detailed component tracking. Prospective buyers are encouraged to review the complete aircraft logs, current component status, and airworthiness documentation before purchase. Located in British Columbia, Canada V2Z 2K4. For more information, call 833-265-6113 and mention ID: 40082