SINGLE-ENGINE · COSTA RICA · 4 PASSENGERS · 115 KTS
Bell 206 BIII JetRanger
Costa Rica's Iconic Classic Turbine Helicopter
The Bell 206 BIII JetRanger is one of the most recognized helicopter silhouettes in aviation history. A proven single-engine turbine platform trusted by operators worldwide — bringing decades of reliability to private aerial experiences, photography flights, and intimate charter tours across Costa Rica.
ABOUT THIS AIRCRAFT
A Global Icon Built for Every Mission
The Bell 206B III JetRanger is one of the most iconic and widely recognized helicopters ever built. With its signature panoramic bubble windscreen and elegant fuselage, it is instantly associated with helicopter aviation worldwide. Powered by the Allison (Rolls-Royce) 250-C20J engine, the JetRanger III delivers the kind of proven, dependable performance that has made it a global standard for more than five decades.
In Aerotour’s fleet, the Bell 206 BIII serves as the ideal platform for smaller groups seeking a classic aerial experience over Costa Rica’s volcanoes, coastlines, and rainforests — as well as for professional photography and film productions that require an agile, maneuverable turbine aircraft.
VFR Certified · Classic Avionics
Reliable VFR certified operations for scenic and charter flights across Costa Rica’s most spectacular terrain and coastlines.
115 Kts · 374 nm Range
Cruise speed of 115 knots and 374 nm range — efficient and reliable access to destinations across all of Costa Rica in a single flight.
4 Passengers · Panoramic Cabin
Comfortable cabin for up to 4 passengers with the JetRanger’s signature panoramic bubble windscreen — exceptional visibility for scenic flights.
Allison 250-C20J Engine
420 shp Rolls-Royce turboshaft engine with one of the best reliability records in turbine aviation — simple, proven, and dependable.
Crashworthy Design
Built to protect occupants in the unlikely event of an incident, meeting the highest structural safety standards in its class.
SAFETY FIRST
Decades of Proven Reliability in the Field
The Bell 206B III has accumulated more combined flight hours globally than almost any other turbine helicopter in history. Its Allison 250-C20J engine is renowned for simplicity, robustness, and a reliability record that operators worldwide have trusted for over five decades. Its autorotation capability ensures the aircraft can be safely landed in the event of engine failure — delivering peace of mind on every flight.
Aerotour’s pilots hold the highest training records and flight hours in Costa Rica, led by CEO Federico Laurencich. All pilots undergo recurrent international training programs annually. Our operations are internationally insured through Aviation Specialty Insurance (USA – London) and certified by Costa Rica’s DGAC under ICAO international standards.
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
Bell 206 BIII JetRanger — Full Technical Specifications
Download the complete Bell 206 BIII JetRanger technical datasheet for full performance data, engine specifications, cabin dimensions, and avionics details. Available as a PDF for your reference.
