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1975 BELL 206B III

$399,000 fyiEstimate $431,000–$442,000 How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 17 comparable BELL 206B III listings ($545,000), then adjusts for:

  • Year -5 vs comparable listings -8.2%
  • Airframe time +2,173 hr vs comps -4.3%
  • Engine time +3,547 hr vs comps -10.6%
  • Market supply: 23 for sale of 789 FAA-registered +2.1%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1975
12,529 hrs
N887EH
1774
1
📍 Helotes, Texas
Vertical Vegetation Management LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)

Overview

Make / ModelBELL 206B III
TypeHelicopter
Airframe time12,529 hrs
Engine time13,399
Avionics / OtherGarmin GNS 430
AnnualJuly 2025

Description

This Bell 206B III is a purpose‑built utility and agricultural ship, configured and equipped for serious working operations. The airframe presents in an attractive black scheme with white and gold accent striping and comes ready to go to work. Built for the mission, N887EH carries a Wire Strike Protection System, high skid gear with crew step and flight‑step kit, a particle separator, and a range extender for more time on station. The cabin is outfitted for utility flying with dual controls, a four‑point cockpit harness, Heli‑Plex chin bubble, passenger and crew wedge windows, Cargo SpaceMaker, quick‑release door pins, and a rotor brake. The panel is well‑equipped for VFR utility work, anchored by a Garmin GNS‑430 GPS/NAV/COM and Apollo GX‑55 GPS, with KY‑96A COM2, GI‑106A CDI, KI‑209 VOR/CDI, KN‑53 VOR receiver, PMA‑800 intercom, and a KMA‑24H audio panel. A capable, well‑sorted Jet Ranger for ag and utility operators. Spray equipment shown in photos is not included but may be available by separate negotiation. *Specifications and times subject to verification; aircraft subject to prior sale, lease, or withdrawal.

Modifications

High skids with Flight Steps Heli-Plex Chin Bubble Passenger Wedge Windows Crew Wedge Windows Range Extender Cargo SpaceMaker Quick Release Door Pins Particle Separator Cabin Door Opening and Restraint System Flightstep Kit Dual Controls Rotor Brake *Spray equipment shown in photos is not included in sale. Spray equipment may be available by separate negotiation.

Avionics

Garmin GNS-430 GPS/NAV/COM Apollo GX-55 GPS KY-96A VHF COM 2 Garmin GA-56 GPS Antenna Garmin GI-106A CDI KI-209 VOR/CDI Indicator KN-53 VOR Receiver PMA-800 Intercom KMA-24H Audio Selector CI-102 Marker Beacon Antenna

How this aircraft compares

Where this BELL 206B III lands versus other BELL 206B III listings on fyiAero.

Price

18th pct
$395k$750kThis aircraft · $399k

$399k · 18th percentile of 17 listings

Airframe time

75th pct
1,36621,438This aircraft · 12,529

12,529 hours total (TTAF) · 75th percentile of 28 listings

Engine time

80th pct
3,81716,519This aircraft · 13,399

13,399 engine hours · 80th percentile of 5 listings

Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.

General

Year1975
ManufacturerBELL
Model206B III
Serial Number1774
Registration #N887EH
ConditionUsed

Airframe

Total Time12,529
Basic Empty Weight2,027.8 lb

Engine 1

Engine 1 Time13,399

Avionics

Avionics/RadiosGarmin GNS-430 GPS/NAV/COM Apollo GX-55 GPS KY-96A VHF COM 2 Garmin GA-56 GPS Antenna Garmin GI-106A CDI KI-209 VOR/CDI Indicator KN-53 VOR Receiver PMA-800 Intercom KMA-24H Audio Selector CI-102 Marker Beacon Antenna

Additional Equipment

Additional EquipmentHigh skids with Flight Steps Heli-Plex Chin Bubble Passenger Wedge Windows Crew Wedge Windows Range Extender Cargo SpaceMaker Quick Release Door Pins Particle Separator Cabin Door Opening and Restraint System Flightstep Kit Dual Controls Rotor Brake *Spray equipment shown in photos is not included in sale. Spray equipment may be available by separate negotiation.

Inspection Status

Inspection StatusLast 12 Month Inspection: July 2025