Bell 206-L4
122 Bell 206-L4 aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1992–2007. Most are registered in LA, DE and FL.
Browse all with filters- Registered today
- 122
- Years built
- 1992–2007
- Seats
- 7
- Engines
- 1 · Turbo-shaft
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply22 ADs match the Bell 206-L4 airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
- 2021-15-06Bell Textron Canada Limited (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bell Helicopter Textron…Aug 27, 2021
- 2019-08-10Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited HelicoptersJun 24, 2019
- 2018-25-17Air Comm Corporation Air Conditioning SystemsJan 22, 2019
- 2017-05-04Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited HelicoptersMar 17, 2017
- 2015-17-02Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) HelicoptersSep 24, 2015
- 2015-12-02Bell Helicopter Textron Canada LimitedJul 14, 2015
- 2014-02-02Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited (Bell) HelicoptersMar 7, 2014
- 2013-25-10Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited HelicoptersJan 31, 2014
- 2013-22-21Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc., HelicoptersDec 13, 2013
- 2013-22-01Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) HelicoptersDec 5, 2013
- 2013-18-06Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited (Bell) HelicoptersOct 17, 2013
- 2013-02-01Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited (Bell) HelicoptersFeb 7, 2013
- 2012-12-11Bell Helicopter Textron Canada, Limited, HelicoptersJul 24, 2012
- 2010-26-51Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited (BHTC) Model 206A, 206B, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3…Mar 25, 2011
- 2009-07-52Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited Model 206A Series, 206B Series, 206L Series, 407…May 1, 2009
- 2009-08-03Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited Model 206A, 206B, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3, 206L-4…Apr 24, 2009
- 2008-14-03Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206A, 206B, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3, and 206L-4…Aug 14, 2008
- 2008-14-06Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206L, L-1, L-3, L-4, and 407 HelicoptersAug 14, 2008
- 2003-13-14Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206A, 206A-1, 206B, 206B-1, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3…Aug 12, 2003
- 2002-25-07Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited Model 206L, L-1, L-3, and L-4 HelicoptersJan 27, 2003
- 2001-20-03Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206L-4 HelicoptersNov 7, 2001
- 99-13-03Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (BHTC) Model 206L-4 HelicoptersJul 2, 1999
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 52
- Destroyed
- 13
- Substantial damage
- 36
- Minor damage
- 3
- No damage
- 0
- Per 1,000 aircraft per year, 2016–2025
- 9.2
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Bell 206-L4 airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. The yearly rate divides NTSB events from 2016 to 2025 by the number of registered Bell 206-L4 aircraft in each of those years. Not adjusted for hours flown: training aircraft fly far more than most.
- May 23, 2026Substantial damage · minor injuries · Cedar City, UTN917SU
- Apr 10, 2025Destroyed · fatal injuries · Jersey City, NJN216MH
- Apr 26, 2024Destroyed · fatal injuries · Anaconda, MTN988B
- Jul 29, 2023Substantial damage · fatal injuries · Springfield, OHN652HA
- Jul 23, 2023Substantial damage · serious injuries · Caldwell, OHN482TJ
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 1995197 reports on Bell 206-L4 airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- bearing11
- indicator11
- blade8
- engine6
- servo6
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 0 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 | |
| 1993 | 20 | |
| 1994 | 20 | |
| 1995 | 13 | |
| 1996 | 9 | |
| 1997 | 3 | |
| 1998 | 3 | |
| 1999 | 5 | |
| 2000 | 5 | |
| 2002 | 1 | |
| 2003 | 2 | |
| 2004 | 13 | |
| 2005 | 5 | |
| 2006 | 7 | |
| 2007 | 4 | |
| Unknown | 6 |
Buyer checklist
22 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Bell 206-L4; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 52 NTSB events since 1982 involve Bell 206-L4 airframes; from 2016 to 2025, about 9.2 a year per 1,000 registered aircraft. Operators and repair stations filed 197 service difficulty reports on Bell 206-L4 airframes since 1995. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Rotorcraft
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Type certificate data sheet
- H2SW
- Type certificate holder
- BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON CANADA LTD
206-L4 aircraft
Page 1 of 5| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N108W | 1993 | Eugene, OR | Jan 20, 2009 |
| N10XV | 2004 | Wilmington, DE | May 18, 2022 |
| N114SF | 1995 | Chandler, AZ | Jan 13, 2023 |
| N11TV | 2004 | Cahokia, IL | Nov 4, 2004 |
| N121LP | 1996 | Saint Martinville, LA | Feb 16, 2023 |
| N12AA | 1996 | Buford, GA | Dec 13, 2023 |
| N12BQ | 1993 | Cahokia, IL | Jul 3, 1997 |
| N12JW | 1997 | Atlanta, GA | Aug 21, 1997 |
| N131WM | 2005 | Santa Fe, TX | Mar 7, 2012 |
| N13HD | 1995 | Wilmington, DE | Nov 6, 2023 |
| N146SP | 2000 | Boone, NC | Jan 8, 2016 |
| N157PA | 2003 | Greenville, DE | May 3, 2021 |
| N161SF | 2006 | Broussard, LA | Dec 19, 2006 |
| N169RL | 1993 | Broussard, LA | Nov 3, 2008 |
| N173MS | 2000 | Marathon, FL | Nov 8, 2003 |
| N173RL | 1993 | Broussard, LA | Nov 14, 2008 |
| N175MS | 2006 | Marathon, FL | Aug 30, 2006 |
| N179RL | 1994 | Broussard, LA | Nov 3, 2008 |
| N17TW | 1998 | Bend, OR | Feb 14, 2001 |
| N1807 | 2007 | Broussard, LA | Nov 1, 2007 |
| N1821 | 2007 | Broussard, LA | Dec 27, 2007 |
| N192RL | 1996 | Broussard, LA | Oct 3, 2003 |
| N1957Z | 1994 | Custer, SD | Apr 3, 2023 |
| N1AK | 2005 | Anchorage, AK | Aug 4, 2021 |
| N1TN | 1993 | Greenville, TX | Sep 16, 2023 |