# N259AR: Bell 206 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Bell 206](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-206) (registry code 1181502, 4 seats) - Data sheets: [TCDS H2SW](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/H2SW) (Bell Textron Canada Limited) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 162061 - Type: Rotorcraft - Engine type: Turbo-shaft - Certificate issued: October 10, 2025 - Expires: October 31, 2032 - Mode S code: A278FD - Registered owner: [Allied Response Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALLIED%20RESPONSE%20INC) - Location: [Copperas Cove, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Copperas%20Cove) - Owner type: Corporation - Owner's area on the map: 31.2190° N, 97.9682° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 76522, within about 6 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=259AR - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N259AR From the FAA registry file of October 24, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 15 in force ### Matched by airframe (Bell 206) - [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023 - [AD 2023-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-11-07): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters 47, 206, 210 and 237 more. Effective Jun 22, 2023 - [AD 2022-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-20-04): Tail Rotor Drive Shaft · Bell Textron Canada 206, 206A, 206A-1 (OH-58A) and 6 more. Effective Dec 23, 2022 - [AD 2021-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-19-01): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Shoulder harness restraint system (Bell Helicopter Textron STC SH2073SO or SH2751SO). Effective Oct 13, 2021 - [AD 2012-12-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-12-11): Engine EFT/TOT Indicating System · Supplemental lighting system (Aviation Specialties Unlimited STC SR01383SE). Effective Jul 24, 2012 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2002-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-05): Rescue hoists · Agusta A109, A109A, A109A II and 31 more. Effective Nov 7, 2002 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000 - [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998 - [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 82-16-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-16-12): Chadwick C-22 Auxiliary Fuel System · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206 with STC SH139WE. Effective Sep 1, 1982 - [AD 80-08-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-08-04): Auxiliary Fuel System · Chadwick C-20 auxiliary fuel system (Phoenix Air-Atlanta STC SH129WE or SH139WE). Effective Apr 17, 1980 - [AD 78-05-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-05-06): Flexible Fuel Cells · Cessna 180, 182, 185 and 98 more. Effective Jun 30, 1978 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2021-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-26-08) (historical): Tail Rotor Drive Shaft · Bell Textron Canada 206, 206A, 206A-1 and 7 more. Effective Jan 27, 2022 - [AD 2021-23-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-13) (historical): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters K-225, K-190A, K-240 and 237 more. Effective Dec 9, 2021 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force) - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB SW-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-02): Loss of Hardware Tail Rotor Drive Shaft Couplings. Issued Nov 2, 2017 - [SAIB SW-15-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-15-20): Air Conditioning System Wiring. Issued Aug 13, 2015 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N259AR. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N259AR. ## Service difficulty reports None filed for this aircraft. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (91, first 50) Approved for this aircraft's airframe or engine model, in force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has; its records do. ### Approved for the airframe (Bell 206) - [STC SR00368SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00368SE): Installation of a color video camera on either the left, right or both horizontal stabilizers. Turbolyft USA Corporation - [STC SR12375NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR12375NY): Demonstration of Aircraft Equipment Configurations Tolerance to Transmitting Portable Electronic Devices (TPED) in Part 27 Aircraft in accordance with the FAA-approved Rotorcraft Equipment Compatibility List (RECL). Kilroy Aviation, LLC - [STC SR04464NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04464NY): Installation of the iPad Mount. Avio Design Group Inc - [STC SR11898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11898NY): Installation of Outerlink Corporation Air IP system. Sterling Helicopter - [STC SR12092IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR12092IB): Manufacturing and Installation of Cargo Hold Nets. ICARUS AERO INC - [STC SR04842NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04842NY): Installation of RMCI Inc. Expandable Rotorcraft Diagnostic System (XRDS). Sterling Helicopter - [STC SR00532SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00532SE): Installation of Certified Technology quick release door pins. Certified Technology - [STC SR00891LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00891LA): Installation of aft utility mount. Airfilm Camera Systems LLC - [STC SR01688LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01688LA): Installation of Aero Pacific Belly Utility Mount. Airfilm Camera Systems LLC - [STC SR04637CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04637CH): Replacement of existing main ship battery with Lithium Ion Battery and installation of Annunciator Control Panel. Airwolf Aerospace LLC - [STC SH3319NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH3319NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SR03948NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03948NY): Installation of Frameless Crew Seat Cushion. HELIFAB East LLC - [STC SR03512AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03512AT): Installation of HID Landing and Taxi Lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SR04458NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04458NY): Astronics (Max-Viz) 1200 or 1400 EVS Installation. Avio Design Group Inc - [STC SH1152NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1152NW): Installation of the Automatic Flagman Model 135 Control Stick Grip. Air Products & Parts LLC - [STC SR04145AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04145AT): Installation of a Talon Retractable Searchlight and Landing Light using LED lamps. Aaxico Technical Services Inc - [STC SR02001SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02001SE): Fabrication and installation of Model 72448 locking fuel cover assembly. Timberline Aerospace LLC - [STC SR04584NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04584NY): Installation of the COVID Barrier. Avio Design Group Inc - [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC SH2541CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2541CE): Install Bendix/King KAP 150H Flight Control System. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SR04453CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04453CH): Installation of Appareo Systems LLC Stratus ES & Stratus ESG ADS-B transponder. Appareo Systems LLC - [STC SR01508SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01508SE): Fabrication of Dual Tail Boom Strake System. BLR Aerospace LLC - [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SR00821DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00821DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and in functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor and ADS-B In Receiver. Peregrine - [STC SA00475SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00475SE): Replacement of the original land gear skid tubes and saddles with DART Aerospace Model D206-642 skid tubes and saddles. Dart Aerospace USA Inc - [STC SR02258SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02258SE): Installation of a tail rotor pedal lockout kit. Dart Aerospace USA Inc - [STC SR00812DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00812DE): Installation of Honeywell Sky Connect Tracker III system. Cert Works LLC - [STC SH2828SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2828SW): Sloping pedestal and instrument. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SR02657LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02657LA): Installation of a Trakkabeam A800 Searchlight on the Aero Pacific AP407UM01 Aft Utility Mount (STC SR00891LA) of the affected helicopters. Meeker Aviation Services Ltd - [STC SR02487AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02487AK): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SH1018EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1018EA): Installation of Casey shroud type heater. Rilpa Enterprises, Ltd - [STC SR03448NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03448NY): Installation of a TDFM-9000 Multiband Transceiver. Technisonic Industries Limited - [STC SR02394AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02394AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or hover light bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting system. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SR03465NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03465NY): Installation of Replacement Engine Mount Kits. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR03383NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03383NY): Installation of a Latitude Technologies IONODE Flight Data Monitoring (FDM). Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SR03352NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03352NY): Installation of Skynode S200 SATPHONE/TRACKER. SKYTRAC Systems Ltd - [STC SR02601NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02601NY-D): Installation of TrueView EVS Infrared Thermal Imaging System. TrueView Enhanced Vision Systems, LLC - [STC SR03272NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03272NY): Installation of a Technisonic Industries Limited TDFM-136B Transceiver. Technisonic Industries Limited - [STC SR02592NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02592NY-D): Installation of Aspen Avionics EFD1000H Pro PFD. Aspen Avionics Inc - [STC SR00313AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00313AT): Installation of B.A.P. Full-Length Hard Surface Skid Shoes, P/N 206-112-401-N.T.H. Brauer Aerospace Products, Inc - [STC SR03059NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03059NY): Installation of an A790 Loud Hailer Controller. Technisonic Industries Limited - [STC SR03038NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03038NY): Installation of Vertical Fin Composite Leading and Trailing Edge Caps,. M.R. Airframe Ltd - [STC SR02292AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02292AK): : Installation of a SAGEM Avionics Integrated Cockpit Display System (ICDS) with a Crossbow Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) in accordance with Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services USA Inc. Master Drawing List , HP 206-34-33-101, revision G, dated February 28, 2011, or later FAA approved revision. Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services USA Inc - [STC SR02933NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02933NY): Installation of Automatic Door Opener Kits in accordance with Dart Aerospace Ltd. Installation Instructions IIN-D407-802 Revision A, dated October 13, 2010, TCCA approved November 19, 2010, or later TCCA approved revision. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR02872NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02872NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies S100 Tracking System in accordance with Latitude Technologies Master Drawing List 1117-MDL-001, Revision B, dated December 14, 2010, Transport Canada approved December 14, 2010, or later Transport Canada approved revisions. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SR01980SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01980SE): Installation of High Intensity Discharge (HID) Aviation Lighting and L3 Infrared Camera System manufactured and installed. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc - [STC SR02726NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02726NY): Installation of Interior Trim Panels. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR02326AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02326AK): Installation of a single PFD SAGEM integrated cockpit display system with an Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS). Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services USA Inc - [STC SR01654LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01654LA): Installation of Airfilm Model G1 Nose Mounted Utility Bracket. Airfilm Camera Systems All 91: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N259AR/stcs.md ## Related - Other Bell 206 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-206/aircraft.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.