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1993 BELL 206B III
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Bell 206B III listings ($599,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time +2,098 hr vs comps -4.2%
- Engine time +8,411 hr vs comps -20.0%
- ADS-B (45% of comps) +10.9%
- Market supply: 29 for sale of 789 FAA-registered +1.9%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Bell 206B III |
|---|---|
| Type | Helicopter |
| Airframe time | 9,348 hrs |
| Engine time | 12,228.2 SOH |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1993 Bell 206B III JetRanger, N6181A, S/N 4277, featuring dual controls, high skids, Onboard Systems cargo hook, cargo mirror, wire-strike protection, Garmin GTX 345 transponder, Garmin GRA 55 radar altimeter, Van Horn tail rotor blades, and utility/maintenance access equipment. Powered by a Rolls-Royce/Allison M250-C20B. 9,348.3 hours aircraft total time and 12,228.2 hours engine total time as of June 5, 2026. Annual inspection completed June 2026 with extensive component, AD/ASB, and maintenance tracking records available for review. Major component highlights include 2,990.9 hours remaining to transmission overhaul, 2,187.0 hours remaining to main rotor hub overhaul, 1,081.8 hours remaining on the compressor, and 799.1 hours remaining on the turbine assembly as of June 5, 2026. Well-equipped five-place JetRanger with blue-and-white exterior, navy-blue seating, rear baggage compartment, and utility equipment suitable for a variety of missions. Documents: - N6181A COMPONENT RUN SHEET 06-06-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11048541764&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=wWUOc1MNME4XgK22nCUa47%2bT5dn641%2fNT1LanHDIpIt7aC3z4ngcO%2fCfnwdAzg0Kq80gc%2bu0O50%3d - N6181A AD-ASB COMLIANCE RECORD 06-06-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11048541638&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=wWUOc1MNME6XZZlAk%2flf5iZ%2b1ZWDnV%2bwFTY%2bG8OynMDPMcyNqw%2fX%2bEJBAffxoHrDyJmLANv2h38%3d - N6181A-Weight Balance.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11048541428&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=wWUOc1MNME6EooiTr7ax%2bpiAQvY9t9N9%2f9%2btcbpb6nDh7Ef0NeJX6B3lGMUGD%2bliwX%2fDFCeOShI%3d
Modifications
• Van Horn Tail Rotor Blades • Paravion Engine Relight Kit • Facet External Oil Filter System • FliteStep / FloatStep • Preflight Step / Handle • Folding Maintenance Step • Dual Controls • High Skids • Onboard Systems Cargo Hook • Cargo Mirror • Wire-Strike Protection System • Fire Extinguisher • First Aid Kit • Opening / Sliding Cabin Windows • Passenger Restraints • Rear Baggage Compartment • ELT
Avionics
• Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder • Garmin GRA 55 Radar Altimeter • Conventional Analog Flight and Engine Instrumentation
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›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.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Bell 206B III lands versus other Bell 206B III listings on fyiAero.
Price
59th pct$565k · 59th percentile of 17 listings
Airframe time
41st pct9,348 hours total (TTAF) · 41st percentile of 29 listings
Engine time
71st pct12,228 hours since overhaul · 71st percentile of 7 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Documents
General
| Year | 1993 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BELL |
| Model | 206B III |
| Serial Number | 4277 |
| Registration # | N6181A |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | VFR |
| Based at | KCNI |
Airframe
| Total Time | 9,348.3 |
|---|---|
| Range | 374 NM |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 3,200 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,938.8 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,261.2 lb |
| Max Cruise Speed | 121.66 knots |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 91 gal |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | ROLLS ROYCE M250-C20B |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | CAE-836631 |
| Engine 1 Shaft Horsepower | 317 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 12,228.2 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3500 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| Artificial Horizon | Yes |
| Radar Altimeter | Yes |
| Single Pilot Operation | Yes |
| ELT | Yes |
| Wire Strike Protection System | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | • Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder • Garmin GRA 55 Radar Altimeter • Conventional Analog Flight and Engine Instrumentation |
Additional Equipment
| Dual Controls | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cargo Hook | Yes |
| Baggage Compartment | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | • Dual Controls • High Skids • Onboard Systems Cargo Hook • Cargo Mirror • Wire-Strike Protection System • Fire Extinguisher • First Aid Kit • Opening / Sliding Cabin Windows • Passenger Restraints • Rear Baggage Compartment • ELT |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | • Van Horn Tail Rotor Blades • Paravion Engine Relight Kit • Facet External Oil Filter System • FliteStep / FloatStep • Preflight Step / Handle • Folding Maintenance Step |
|---|
Interior
| Configuration | Passenger / Utility |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | • Annual Inspection Completed June 5, 2026 • 100-Hour Airframe Inspection Completed June 5, 2026 • 300-Hour Airframe Inspection Completed June 5, 2026 • 150-Hour Engine Inspection Completed June 5, 2026 • 300-Hour Engine Inspection Completed June 5, 2026 • Pitot/Static & Altimeter Inspection Completed May 20, 2025 – Due May 20, 2027 • Transponder Inspection Completed February 27, 2026 – Due February 27, 2028 • Weight & Balance Completed May 19, 2025 – Due May 19, 2027 • ELT Inspection/Functional Test Completed June 5, 2026 • 1,200-Hour Airframe Inspection: 987.0 Hours Remaining as of June 5, 2026 • Extensive AD/ASB and Component Tracking Records Available |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Rotor
| Main Rotor Blade Time Remaining | 651.8 |
|---|---|
| Main Rotor Hub Time Remaining | 2187 |
| Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining | 2990.9 |
| Anti-Torque System | Tail Rotor |
| Tail Rotor Blade Time Remaining | 925 |
| Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining | 2596.1 |
Service Logs
| Aircraft | N6181A COMPONENT RUN SHEET 06-06-2026.pdf |
|---|---|
| Miscellaneous | N6181A AD-ASB COMLIANCE RECORD 06-06-2026.pdf N6181A-Weight Balance.pdf |
Previous listing for N6181A
1993 BELL 206B III
- Then asking
- $565k
- Airframe
- 9,348 hrs
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