# TCDS R00008RD: Bell Textron Canada Limited - Type: Type certificate data sheet - Status: Current - Holder: Bell Textron Canada Limited - Revision: 7 - Revised: June 10, 2025 - Product: Aircraft, Rotorcraft - Certification basis: Part 21, Part 27 - Registered aircraft: 194, by the registry models matched to it (OpenAirDocs) - Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/6b/95/6b95dcc20aba071fe99cbaa097cf2ad865884f4db7535187c94484329fac8aa8 - FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID156696067720250612181848.0001 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/R00008RD ## Models (1) As the data sheet lists them. - 505 ## What the data sheet says Some pages are OCR from the scanned FAA data sheet. OCR can misread letters and numbers. ```text DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION R00008RD Revision7 Bell 505 June 10, 2025 TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. R00008RD This data sheet which is part of type certificate No. R00008RD prescribes conditions and limitations under which the product for which type certificate was issued meets the airworthiness requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Type Certificate Holder Bell Textron Canada Limited 12800 rue de l’Avenir Mirabel, Quebec J7J 1R4 Canada Type Certificate Holder Record: Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited was the previous name of TC holder. The company name history is presented below. Type Certificate Holder Period Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited Mirabel Quebec Prior to 16 December 2019 Bell Textron Canada Limited Mirabel Quebec 16 December 2019 Present I. Model 505 (Normal Category), Approved June 1, 2017 Engine 1 Safran (Turbomeca) Arrius 2R FAA Engine Type Certificate Data Sheet E34NE Fuel ASTM-D-1655, Type, Jet A, and Jet A-1; ASTM-D-6615, Type, Jet B; MIL-DTL-5624 Grade JP-4; MIL-DTL-5624 Grade JP-5 and MIL-DTL-83133 Grade JP-8 See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for fuel temperature limitations. Anti-icing fuel additive is required for operations at fuel temperatures below 4°C (39.2°F). The maximum allowed concentration of fuel additives is 0.15% by volume. Oil For approved engine oil types, prohibition against mixing brands and for approved transmission and gearbox oil types refer to Maintenance Manual BHT-505-MM. Installed Engine Limits Torque Turbine Temperature Gas Generator Speed Lbf-ft (%) oC (oF) % (RPM) Take-Off (5 Min) 442.5 (100) 853 (1,567) 101.29 (54,817) Max. Continuous 405.6 (92) 817 (1,502) 99.8 (54,011) See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for transient limits Output shaft speed limit is 104% (5,834 RPM) Rotor Limits Power Off Power On Maximum 407 RPM 111% Maximum 394 RPM 107% Minimum 331 RPM 90% Minimum 371 RPM 101% Transmission Torque Limits Torque Limits % Take Off (5 min) 100 Maximum Continuous 90 Transient (5 sec) 105 Airspeed Limits Basic VNE (never exceed) is 135 KIAS. Decrease VNE for ambient conditions in accordance with the Airspeed Limitations placard in the Rotorcraft Flight Manual. Page No. 1 2 3 4 5 Rev. No. 7 7 2 2 5 R00008RD Page 2 of 5 C.G. Limit Refer to approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual (See Note 3) Empty Weight CG Range See Maintenance Manual Datum Model 505 station 0 datum is 96 cm (37.8 in.) forward of the nose of the helicopter. Leveling Means Protractor or level placed on the crew or passenger floor or seat rails, both longitudinally and laterally Maximum Weight (Mass) 1,670 kg (3,680 lb.) Internal Loading 2,030 kg (4,475 lb.) External Loading Altitude limits Maximum altitude at 6,096 m (20,000 ft.) pressure altitude OAT Limits -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C (122°F), decreasing with pressure altitude at a standard lapse rate of 2°C (3.6°F) per 1,000 feet for Bell 505 serial numbers 65011 to 65300 (excluding 65170). For additional limitations, refer to approved Flight Manual. -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C (122°F), decreasing with pressure altitude at a standard lapse rate of 2°C (3.6°F) per 1000 feet for Bell 505 serial numbers 65170 and 65301 and subsequent. Minimum crew 1 pilot Maximum occupants 5 (includes crew) Maximum Baggage Refer to approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual for loading schedule. Fuel capacity Refer to 505 Maintenance Manual for Fuel Quantity Oil capacity Refer to 505 Maintenance Manual for Oil Quantity Rotor blade and Control movement For rigging information refer to the 505 Maintenance Manual Serial numbers eligible 65011 and subsequent Import Requirements To be considered eligible for operation in the United States, each aircraft manufactured under this Type Certificate must have a U.S. Airworthiness Certificate that may be issued on the basis of the Canadian Department of Transport Certificate of Airworthiness for Export signed by the Minister of Transport containing the following statement: “The rotorcraft covered by this certificate has been examined, tested and found to comply with the type design approved under Type Certificate R00008RD and to be in condition for safe operation.” The approved type design for the model 505 consists of data listed under Bell top part No. SLS-100- 003-001, Revision C, or later approved revision for serial numbers 65011 and Subsequent The U.S. airworthiness certification basis for aircraft certificated under FAR section 21.29 and exported by the country of manufacture is FAR Section 21.183(c) or 21.185(c). Refer to the applicable bilateral agreement to verify eligibility for import into the United States of both new and used aircraft based on the scope of the agreement, to identify any required statements by the exporting authority on the export certificate of airworthiness (or equivalent document), and for procedures for coordinating exceptions to conformity statements on these documents. Refer to FAA Order 8130.2, Airworthiness Certification of Aircraft, for requirements for issuance of an airworthiness certificate for imported aircraft. Production Basis None. See Import Requirements R00008RD Page 3 of 5 GROSS WEIGHT / LONGITUDINAL CG LIMITS FUSELAGE STATION - MILLIMETERS 4050 4100 4150 4200 4250 4300 4350 4400 4800 162.2 inches 169.0 inches 4600 (4120 mm) (4293 mm) - 2100 4475lb - (2029.8 Kg) 4400 - 2000 4200 - 1900 EXTERNAL 4000 LOAD ONLY = 1800 GROSS WEIGHT - POUNDS 3800 GROSS WEIGHT - KILOGRAMS 3680lb 1700 (1669.2 Kg) 3600 1600 3400 161.6 Inches 169.9 inches 3200lb (4105 mm) (4315 mm) 1500 (1451.5 Kg) 3200 1400 3000 1300 2800 2600 1109 kg 2600lb 1200 2400 1100 2500 lb at 161.2 inches (1134.0 Kg at 4095 mm) 2200 - 1000 2234 lb at 170.0 inches 171.5 inches (1013.4 Kg at 4318 mm (4358 mm) 2000 158 160 162 164 148 170 172 174 FUSELAGE STATION - INCHES R00008RD Page 4 of 5 GROSS WEIGHT / LATERAL CG LIMITS LATERAL CG - MILLIMETERS •100 -50 50 100 4800 1.7 inches 4600 (43 mm) - 2100 4475 lb at -1.0 inch 4400 (2029.8 Kg at -25 mm) - 2000 4200 - 1900 EXTERNAL 4000 LOAD ONLY .... GROSS WEIGHT - POUNDS 3800 3680 lb at -1.3 inches GROSS WEIGHT - KILOGRAMS (1669.2 Kg at -33 mm) 3600 3680 Ib at 2.1 inches 3400 (1669.2 Kg at 53 mm) 3200 3000 2700 lb (1224.7 Kg) 2800 2600 2500 lb at 3.0 inches 2234 lb at -1.7 inches (1133.9 Kg at 76 mm) 2400 (1013.4 Kg at -43 mm) 2200 2000 -5 -2 -1 2 LATERAL CG - INCHES R00008RD Page 5 of 5 Certification Basis 1. For approved MGW configuration of 1670 kg (3680 lb.) internal loading and 2030 kg (4475 lbs.) external loading: a) Title 14 CFR part 27, dated October 2, 1964, amendment 27-1 through 27-47 b) Title 14 CFR part 36 Amendment 36-1 through 36-30 c) Equivalent Safety Findings: FAA Cover Issue Paper CIP-01 14 CFR part 27.307(b)(5) Proof of Structure Landing Gear Drop Test 14 CFR part 27.723 Landing Gear Shock Absorption Tests 14 CFR part 27.725 Landing Gear Limit Drop Test 14 CFR part 27.727 Landing Gear Reserve Energy Absorption Drop Test 14 CFR part 27.995(d) Fuel Shut-off Valve 14 CFR part 27.1545(b)(2) Airspeed Indicator 14 CFR part 27.49(a), 27.51(a), 27.75(a)(1), 27.141(b), 27.143(a), 27.143(c)(2), 27.143(d), 27.695(a), 27.1581, 27.1587(a)(2)(i), 27.1587(a)(2)(ii) - High Altitude Controllability Equipment The basic required equipment as prescribed in the applicable airworthiness regulations (see certification basis) must be installed in the helicopter for certification. In addition, the following items of equipment are required: Transport Canada approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual BHT-505-FM-1 dated 19 December 2016 or later approved revision for Bell 505 serial numbers 65011 to 65300 (excluding 65170). Transport Canada approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual BHT-505-FM-2 dated 30 October 2019 or later approved revision for Bell 505 serial numbers 65170 and 65301 and subsequent. Refer to approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual for other approved mandatory and optional equipment. Service Information Bell Service bulletins, structural repair manuals, vendor manuals, aircraft flight manuals, and overhaul and maintenance manuals, which contain a statement that the document is (Transport Canada) approved, are accepted by the FAA and are considered FAA approved. These approvals pertain to the approved type design only. NOTE 1 This type certificate is for a Day/Night VFR Normal Category Rotorcraft. NOTE 2 Certification Noise Levels are detailed in the approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual. NOTE 3 Current weight and balance report including list of required equipment and list of equipment included in certificated empty weight, and loading instructions when necessary must be provided for each helicopter at the time of original certification. The certificated empty weight and corresponding C.G. locations must include undrainable oil and unusable fuel for the appropriate model. NOTE 4 The following placard must be displayed in front of and in clear view of the pilot: “THIS HELICOPTER MUST BE OPERATED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPERATING LIMITATIONS SPECIFIED IN THE APPROVED FLIGHT MANUAL”. All placards listed in the approved flight manual must be installed in the specified locations. NOTE 5 Information essential to the proper maintenance of the helicopter is contained in the Manufacturer’s Maintenance Manual provided with each helicopter. The approved service lives, mandatory inspections or other approved supplemental procedures of components are listed in approved Chapter 4, Airworthiness Limitations Section of the Maintenance Manual BHT-505-MPI, dated 19 December 2016 or later approved revision. NOTE 6 Effective December 16, 2019, the name Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited was revised to Bell Textron Canada Limited. -END- ``` ## ADs (22, in force first) - [AD 2026-18-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-18-10): Rotorcraft tail boom · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Oct 22, 2026 - [AD 2026-16-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-16-02): Tail rotor system · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Sep 10, 2026 - [AD 2026-15-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-15-06): Vertical stabilizer structure · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Sep 3, 2026 - [AD 2026-05-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-05-51): Equipment/furnishings · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Apr 16, 2026 - [AD 2025-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-22-03): Equipment/Furnishings · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Nov 20, 2025 - [AD 2025-18-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-18-10): Engine Fuel/Oil Cooler · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Sep 25, 2025 - [AD 2025-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-09-01): Auto Flight System · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective May 13, 2025 - [AD 2024-15-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-15-10): Fuel Storage · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Oct 21, 2024 - [AD 2023-12-26](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-12-26): Engine fuel and control · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Jul 21, 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 2022-24-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-24-08): Main Rotor Control · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Dec 6, 2022 - [AD 2022-04-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-04-06): Main Rotor Control · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Apr 4, 2022 - [AD 2021-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-26-01): Tail Rotor Control System · Bell Textron Canada 505 with STC SR09758DS. Effective Dec 28, 2021 - [AD 2021-16-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-16-12): Instrument Panel · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Oct 13, 2021 - [AD 2021-11-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-11-19): Fuselage Main, Structure · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Jul 16, 2021 - [AD 2020-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-19-05): Main Rotor Mast/Swashplate · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 505. Effective Oct 8, 2020 - [AD 2021-05-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-05-52): Main Rotor Control · Bell Textron Canada 505 - [AD 2025-06-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-06-51) (historical): Equipment/furnishings · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Apr 25, 2025 - [AD 2024-02-55](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-02-55) (historical): plates/skin · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Mar 14, 2024 - [AD 2021-24-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-04) (historical): Engine fuel and control · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Jan 13, 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 - [AD 2021-06-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-06-06) (historical): Main Rotor Control · Bell Textron Canada 505. Effective Mar 31, 2021 ## Registered aircraft by registry model (OpenAirDocs) - [Bell Textron Canada 505](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-textron-canada-505): 132 aircraft (registry code 1182166) - [Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 505](https://openairdocs.org/model/bell-helicopter-textron-canada-505): 62 aircraft (registry code 1182165) ## STCs approved under this data sheet (32) - [STC SR11256DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11256DS): Installation of 2nd GIA. Bell Textron Inc. - [STC SR04842NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04842NY): Installation of RMCI Inc. Expandable Rotorcraft Diagnostic System (XRDS). Sterling Helicopter - [STC SR11896AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11896AC): Installation of EMS equipment sled and equipment mount provision. HELIFAB - [STC SR11253DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11253DS): Installation of Auxiliary Fuel System. Bell Textron Inc. - [STC SR00147IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00147IB): Installation of the Heli-Utility-Basket. Dart Aerospace - [STC SR02774SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02774SE): Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System. Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc. - [STC SR04567AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04567AT): Installation of Crew and Cabin Floor Protectors. Helifab East LLC - [STC SR02804LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02804LA): Installation of Airfilm Utility Mount. Airfilm Camera Systems - [STC SR04522NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04522NY): Installation of an Accessory Fitting. AeroBrigham LLC - [STC SR04691NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04691NY): Installation of the Cabin Floor Protection Kit. Alpine Aerotech LP - [STC SR01961WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01961WI): Installation of a Garmin GFC 600H Flight Control System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SR11249DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11249DS): Installation of Flitestep. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR11244DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11244DS): Installation of Expanded Instrument Panel. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR11246DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11246DS): Installation of Accessories Package. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR09758DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09758DS): Installation of an S-TEC HeliSAS Stability Augmentation System / Autopilot. S-TEC Corporation - [STC SR11243DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11243DS): Installation of Expanded Avionics Shelf. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR04387NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04387NY): Installation of the Skidtubes. Dart Aerospace Ltd. - [STC SR11242DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11242DS): Installation of Avionics Rain Shield. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR09899AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09899AC): Installation of Night Vision Goggle (NVG) Compatible Lighting System. Aero Dynamix Inc. - [STC SR04355CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04355CH): Installation of Med-Pac 505 EMS-Lite RC505 Medical Unit. Med-Pac Inc. - [STC SR11239DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11239DS): Installation of High Skid Landing Gear. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR11238DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11238DS): Installation of Nightscanner. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR09618RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09618RC): Installation of Headliner. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR11237DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11237DS): Installation of Tinted Windows. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR04158NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04158NY): Upgrade for Bell 505 VIP interiors P/N 685J0000X001001. Mecaer Aviation Group S.p.A. - [STC SR04133NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04133NY): Installation of Emergency Float System. Dart Aerospace Ltd. - [STC SR04124NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04124NY): Installation of Bear Paw kits. Alpine Aerotech LP - [STC SR04120NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04120NY): Installation of the Bearpaws. Dart Aerospace Ltd. - [STC SR09616RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09616RC): Installation of Floor Protectors. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR09615RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09615RC): Installation of Cargo Mirror Kit. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR09612RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09612RC): Installation of a Cowling Access Door Kit. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR09613RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09613RC): Installation of an Automatic Door Opener Kit. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. --- 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.