# Bell 206

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1181502
- Manufacturer (registry): BELL
- Model: 206
- Aircraft type: Rotorcraft
- Category: Rotorcraft
- Engines: 1 · Turbo-shaft
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 99 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS H2SW](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/H2SW) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Bell Textron Canada Limited
- Registered aircraft: 16
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-206

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [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)

- [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

## Registered aircraft (16)

- [N187ND](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N187ND): [Lone Star Helicopters LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LONE%20STAR%20HELICOPTERS%20LLC), [Lago Vista, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lago%20Vista), built 1987, S/N 3985
- [N19WG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N19WG): [Corpat Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CORPAT%20INC), [Missoula, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Missoula), S/N 162821
- [N259AR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N259AR): [Allied Response Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALLIED%20RESPONSE%20INC), [Copperas Cove, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Copperas%20Cove), S/N 162061
- [N3124B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3124B): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3543
- [N3132B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3132B): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3544
- [N313EB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N313EB): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3895
- [N313FB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N313FB): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3917
- [N384M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N384M): [State Of Montana](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STATE%20OF%20MONTANA), [Helena, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Helena), S/N 3681
- [N481VA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N481VA): [Zimin Transportation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ZIMIN%20TRANSPORTATION%20LLC), [South Naknek, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/South%20Naknek), S/N 162666
- [N55BL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N55BL): [North Wind Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORTH%20WIND%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Cottage Grove, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Cottage%20Grove), built 1987, S/N 3989
- [N699TH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N699TH): [S R Baron Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/S%20R%20BARON%20INC), [Brainerd, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Brainerd), S/N 41699
- [N916KK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N916KK): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3834
- [N917KK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N917KK): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3831
- [N918KK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N918KK): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3892
- [N919KK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N919KK): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3900
- [N920KK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N920KK): [Usda Aphis Ws Atoc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USDA%20APHIS%20WS%20ATOC), [Cedar City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Cedar%20City), S/N 3916

## STCs approved for it (542, first 50)

- [STC SA00018SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00018SE): Fabrication of interchangeable float attachment gear parts.. Aerocet Inc
- [STC SA00044IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00044IB): Installation of Model MTV-5-1-E-C-F-R(P)/CFR220-54( ) 5-blade hydraulically actuated. MT- Propeller Entwicklung GmbH
- [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA00076IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00076IB): Installation of Photo luminescent Safety Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH
- [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA00124DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00124DE): Installation of Oilamatic preoiler system.. Oilamatic Inc
- [STC SA00149BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00149BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Volt and Vac Alert System, P/N 2044-1. Aircraft Components Inc
- [STC SA00161BO (1 OF 3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00161BO%20(1%20OF%203)): Installation of Avidyne Corporation FlightMax 700-00007-( ) EX500 Multi-Function Display.. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00162SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00162SE): Installation of telemetry antennas.. US Dept of Interior
- [STC SA00192AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00192AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00194BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00194BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Landing Gear Warning System for Amphibian Aircraft, P/N 2042. Aircraft Components Inc
- [STC SA00200AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00200AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have the melonite surface treatment, P/N AA-36.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00238SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00238SE): Installation of Aviation Development Corporation's sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SA00243BO (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00243BO%20(2%20OF%205)): Installation of Centurion Consulting, Inc. GPS Steering Assist Module (SAM) with roll steering (p/n 0025-5100), or without roll steering (p/n 0025-5200).. Icarus Avionics, LLC
- [STC SA00269BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00269BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation TWX 670 Tactical Weather Detection System P/N 850-00026-000-( ) consisting of Avidyne Processor P/N 700-00033-000-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S72-1715-1 with doubler plate P/N S72-171530-1, and Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00034-000.. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00270WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00270WI): Installation of fiberglass replacement wing tips.. Aircraft Development Co
- [STC SA00279LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00279LA): Installation of Ameri-King AK-950 Global Positioning System Navigation Switching/Annunciator Panel and Associated Equipment. Ameri-King Corporation
- [STC SA00281BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00281BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation MLX770 MultiLink Broadcast Transceiver P/N 700-00163-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S67-1575-109, or equivalent, and optional Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00165-000. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00290BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00290BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Part Number  700-00167-XXX Multi-Function Display and Mounting Tray Assembly Part Number 700-00168-XXX. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00312WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00312WI): Installation of 15 and 17-gallon nylon auxiliary fuel tanks on airplanes equipped with standard range 61 or65 gallon capacity bladder tank or62 gallon fiberglass fuel tanks. (thru S/N U20604649). Hartwig Aircraft Fuel Cell Repair
- [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA00352BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00353BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00353BO): Installation of an auto lean system. Flight Enhancements LLC
- [STC SA00393WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00393WI): Installation of McCauley D3A34C401/90DFA -2, -4, -6, -8, and -10, propeller and associated changes.. Air Plains Services Corporation
- [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00402SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00402SE): Installation of a remote spin-on oil filter adapter. (GC-1B w/Lycoming or Cont 360 engine installed). Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SA00406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00406WI): Installation of replacement flap trailing edge bulbs with AOG Drawing. Athena Aircraft, LLC
- [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA00419NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00419NY): Installation of cockpit utility light.. Burns Richard G
- [STC SA00426DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00426DE): Installation of Model FB-01 "Swing Arm" Pilot Arm Rest System on R/H side of pilot seat.. Quality Aircraft Components LC
- [STC SA00428WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00428WI): Installation of McMauley D3A34C402/90DFA -2, -4, -6, -8, & -10, propellers and associated changes. P Ponk Aviation
- [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00462AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00462AT): Replacement of Appalachian stainless steel brake discs P/N 75-23 with Appalachian steel brake disk part number AA-47.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00465NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00465NY): Installation of Meterological Measurement System, Model A1MMS-10, with optional installation of Telemetry Module, Model AIRDAT-9600.. Aventech Research Inc
- [STC SA00473SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00473SE): Installation of Speedbrake. Precise Flight Inc
- [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 SA00512AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00512AT): Installation of either a Hartzell model PHC-C3YF-1RF/F7691(), PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A()-6R, PHC-J3YF-1RF/F7691(), or PHC-J3YF-1RF/F8468A()-6R and associated spinner assembly.. Davis Aviation Services Inc
- [STC SA00628WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00628WI): Installation of Ameri-King Model AK-450 Emergency Locator transmitter.. Navigator, Inc
- [STC SA00648SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00648SE): Fabrication of R.M.D. Aircraft Lighting, Inc., wing-tip and landing light Kit No. 00190-C.. Knots 2U Ltd.
- [STC SA00671NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00671NY): Installation of AIRDAT Telemetry module.. Aventech Research Inc
- [STC SA00678SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00678SE): Installation of J. P. Instruments 8Jimline EGT-100 series primary instruments. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00680SE (2 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(2%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International
- [STC SA00680SE (4 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(4%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International
- [STC SA00697NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00697NY): Installation of left-hand and right-hand EDO model 582-3430 floats.. Aero Engineering Rgd
- [STC SA00709LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709LA): Installation of control wheel. Includes provisions only for a push-to-talk (PTT) switch. Separate FAA approval of PTT switch is required.. Trevor Burward-Hoy
- [STC SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance  Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance  Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA00760SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00760SE): Installation of glare shield.. Selkirk Aviation

All 542: https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-206/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (2)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB WPR13FA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA080), Jan 2, 2013: Bell 206 (N828AC), Delano, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain helicopter control due to spatial disorientation while maneuvering in low visibility, dark night conditions.
- [NTSB ATL04LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA076), Feb 21, 2004: Bell 206 (N35Q), Locust Grove, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the helicopter while lifting off a dolly to a hover. This resulted in the tail rotor blades and main rotor blades colliding with the ground and…

## FAA accident and incident reports (2)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 20130102000019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130102000019A), Jan 2, 2013: Bell 206 (N828AC), Mcfarland, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. While returning from a crop frost control flight, aircraft crashed under unknown circumstances in a farm field appox 4.12 miles from the delano muni airport.…
- [Accident 20040221030369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040221030369A), Feb 21, 2004: Bell 206BELL (N35Q), Locust Grove, GA, Substantial damage. (-23) Examination of the crash site was conducted on February 22, 2004. The pilot stated he was attempting to reposition the helicopter on a dolly in order to…

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Cessna 206](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-206): 55 registered aircraft, registry code 2073302
- [Bell/Sparks 206](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-sparks-206): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1181523

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