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BELL 505 JET RANGER X · Pilot's Operating Handbook

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Overview

The document provides an overview of the Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter, highlighting its advanced design, engine specifications, and features aimed at enhancing passenger comfort and pilot efficiency. It also includes technical specifications and performance data relevant to potential users.

  • Equipped with a Turbomeca Arrius 2R engine for improved fuel efficiency.
  • Features a fully integrated Garmin G1000H™ flight deck.
  • Offers excellent autorotation capability with a high inertia rotor system.
  • Passenger seats are forward-facing for better views.
  • Large doors facilitate easier boarding and cargo loading.
  • Meets Stage 3 noise requirements for a quieter flying experience.
  • Customer service is rated number one in the industry.
  • Cabin configuration options are enhanced by a fully flat floor.

Document

Source

Originally published by co.za. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.

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Document details

Type
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Pilot's Operating Handbook
Year
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2018
File size
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390 KB
Publisher
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co.za
Language
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en

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Useful load (lb)
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1500
Empty weight (lb)
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2180
Cabin floor area sqft
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22
Max gross weight external (lb)
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4475
Max gross weight internal (lb)
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3680
Baggage compartment volume cuft
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18

Performance

Range (nm)
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306
Max cruise (kt)
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125
Max endurance hrs
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> 3.9
Service ceiling (ft)
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18610
Hover ceiling ige (ft)
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14450
Hover ceiling oge (ft)
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10460
About this document
What is the BELL 505?

The BELL 505 is a pilot's operating handbook for the BELL 505 JET RANGER X, dated 2018.

Where does the BELL 505 come from?

This copy of the BELL 505 was originally published by co.za and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.

What year was the BELL 505 published?

The BELL 505 — the BELL 505 JET RANGER X pilot's operating handbook on file — is dated 2018.

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In this document

Engine and Performance

The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is powered by a Turbomeca Arrius 2R engine with dual-channel FADEC, enhancing fuel efficiency and reliability.

Flight Deck

The helicopter features a Garmin G1000H™ flight deck with twin 10.4” LCD screens, reducing pilot workload and increasing situational awareness.

Passenger Comfort

The design includes forward-facing seats, a fully flat floor, and large doors, all contributing to a more comfortable and accessible cabin experience.

Customer Service

Bell offers around-the-clock customer service, rated number one in the industry, ensuring support and parts availability globally.

Technical Specifications

The document outlines various technical specifications including weights, capacities, and performance metrics for the Bell 505 Jet Ranger X.

Safety and Compliance

The helicopter meets ICAO Stage 3 noise requirements, ensuring compliance with international standards for quieter operations.

Safety notes

  • Individuals must exercise independent judgment in evaluating product selection.
  • Performance data and operating limitations must be referenced in the approved flight manual.
  • Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. makes no warranties regarding the information provided.
  • The company reserves the right to change product designs and specifications without notice.

Full document text

A MORE COMFORTABLE RIDE FOR PASSENGERS BELL 505 Jet Ranger X BELL 505 FIVE SEATS. INNUMERABLE BENEFITS. Advanced aerodynamic design and a state-of-the-art engine harness the power of technology to improve an aircraft’s most important elements: its safety, efficiency and reliability. AN EASIER FLIGHT FOR PILOTS • Turbomeca Arrius 2R engine with dual-channel Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) system increases fuel efficiency and reliability • High inertia rotor system provides excellent autorotation capability • Fully integrated Garmin G1000H™ flight deck with twin 10.4” LCD screens reduces pilot workload • Optional flight displays increase situational awareness: ◦ Traffic Information System (TIS) ◦ Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System (HTAWS) ◦ Garmin’s Helicopter Synthetic Vision Technology™ (HSVT) ◦ Moving Map display ◦ “Pathway in the Sky” display HOW IT GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND: • Forward-facing seats give passengers better views during flight • Fully flat floor allows for more cabin configuration options • Large doors make boarding and loading cargo easier • Better visibility increases situational awareness for all on board • Quieter system meets Stage 3 requirements from International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), making for a more enjoyable flying experience GARMIN G1000H™ FLIGHT DECK Integrated flight deck with two 10.4” high-res LCD screens BELL 505 Jet Ranger X ALL-IN CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT DELIVERS VALUE THROUGHOUT YOUR OWNERSHIP CYCLE Around-the-clock. Award-winning. Always on. At Bell, our customer service is all of these and more. Rated number one in the industry, our global network is available on every continent, in every region. So when you own a Bell, you can be sure your aircraft will have the parts, expertise and support needed to achieve its mission. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS © 2018 Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. All registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The information herein is general in nature and may vary with conditions. Individuals using this information must exercise their independent judgment in evaluating product selection and determining product appropriateness for their particular purpose and requirements. For performance data and operating limitations for any specific mission, reference must be made to the approved flight manual. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, including without limitation any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or the product(s) and service(s) to which the information refers. Accordingly, Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. will not be responsible for damages (of any kind or nature, including incidental, direct, indirect, or consequential damages) resulting from the use of or reliance on this information. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. reserves the right to change product designs and specifications without notice. 505 TEFS 180219-R00 EN Speeds at MGW, ISA Max Cruise 125 kts 231 km/h Range at VLRC1 306 nm 566 km Max Endurance1 (No Reserves, 60 KIAS) > 3.9+ hrs Capacities Cabin Floor Area2 22 ft2 2.0 m2 Baggage Compartment Volume 18 ft3 0.5 m3 Ceiling Altitudes at MGW, ISA Service Ceiling 18,610 ft PA 5,672 m PA Hover Ceiling IGE 14,450 ft 4,404 m Hover Ceiling OGE 10,460 ft 3,188 m Weights Empty Weight (base aircraft) 2,180 lbs 989 kg Max Gross Weight (internal) 3,680 lbs 1,669 kg Max Gross Weight (external) 4,475 lbs 2,030 kg Useful Load (base aircraft, internal) 1,500 lbs 680 kg Powerplant Specifications Turbomeca Arrius 2R (uninstalled thermodynamic rating) Takeoff 505 shp 377 kW Max Continuous 459 shp 342 kW 1 MGW, Sea Level, ISA, no reserve. 2 Includes Copilot area of 10 ft²/0.9 m²