Bell 505 Jet Ranger X
Overview
The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is a helicopter aircraft manufactured by Bell, with the profile centered on its civil helicopter role. It first flew in 2014-11-10 and entered service in 2017-03-07. The current production-status field is listed as In Production. The listed configuration provides for a crew of 1 and passenger capacity of 4. Power is provided by 1 Safran Arrius 2R engine. Its ICAO type designator is B505. Figures shown here describe the listed type or configuration and may vary by sub-variant, certification basis, or operator fit.
Quick Facts
First Flight
Nov 10, 2014
Crew
1
Passengers
4
Range
306 nm
Cruise Speed
125 kt
Max Speed
125 kt
Specifications
| ICAO Type Code | B505 |
|---|---|
| First Flight | Nov 10, 2014 |
| Introduction Date | Mar 7, 2017 |
| Crew | 1 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| Length | 42 ft 7 in |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | 37 ft rotor diameter |
| Height | 10 ft 9 in |
| Empty Weight | 2189 lb |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 3680 lb |
| Cruise Speed | 125 kt |
| Max Speed | 125 kt |
| Range | 306 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 18610 ft |
| Engine Manufacturer | Safran |
| Engine Model | Arrius 2R |
| Engine Count | 1 |
Data verification status: Verified
Source: ICAO Aircraft Type Designators