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1975 BELL 206B III Turbine Helicopters

Helotes, TX · USA
🕒 Listed 2 months ago
$350,000
fyiEstimate $419,000–$430,000 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Bell 206B III Turbine Helicopters listings ($525,000), then adjusts for:

  • Year -5 vs comparable listings -7.5%
  • Airframe time +708 hr vs comps -1.4%
  • Engine time +1,624 hr vs comps -13.0%
  • Market supply: 29 for sale of 789 FAA-registered +1.9%

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

1975
12,529 hrs
N887EH ✈ Flight Tracking
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1774
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1
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Vertical Vegetation Management LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)

Overview

Make / ModelBell 206B III Turbine Helicopters
TypeHelicopter
Airframe time12,529 hrs
Engine time13399 SNEW
Avionics / Audio panelKing KMA 24, PMA-800
Avionics / GPS / datalinkGarmin GNS430

Description

Detailed 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. MAINTENANCE Last 12 Month Inspection: July 2025 *Specifications and times are subject to verification. Aircraft offered is subject to prior sale, lease, and / or withdrawal from the market.* AIRFRAME Airframe Total Time: 12,529 hours USA Based and N Registered Utility / Agricultural Use WEIGHTS Empty Weight: 2,027.8 Lbs.

Modifications

ENGINE Rolls Royce 250-C20B Total Time Since New: 13,399 hours Serial No: CAE 830722

Avionics

AVIONICS/INSTRUMENTS 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 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT 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.

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GFC 500 autopilot

No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.

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Garmin GTX 345 (ADS-B In/Out)

No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.

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Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.

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How this aircraft compares

Where this Bell 206B III Turbine Helicopters lands versus other Bell 206B III Turbine Helicopters listings on fyiAero.

Price

21st pct
$299k$699kThis aircraft · $350k

$350k · 21st percentile of 14 listings

Airframe time

53rd pct
2,53030,387This aircraft · 12,529

12,529 hours total (TTAF) · 53rd percentile of 15 listings

Engine time

79th pct
44321,540This aircraft · 13,399

13,399 hours since new · 79th percentile of 14 listings

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

Previous listing for N887EH

Previous listing photo of N887EH

1976 BELL 206B II/III

Then asking
$350k
Airframe
12,529 hrs
View previous listing ↗ · last seen Sep 2026

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Last flight

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