Bell 206L-4
103 Bell 206L-4 aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1993–2018. Most are registered in MO, TX and UT.
Browse all with filters- Registered today
- 103
- Years built
- 1993–2018
- Seats
- 5
- Engines
- 1 · Turbo-shaft
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply22 ADs match the Bell 206L-4 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
- 15
- Destroyed
- 1
- Substantial damage
- 11
- Minor damage
- 3
- No damage
- 0
- Per 1,000 aircraft per year, 2016–2025
- 6.8
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Bell 206L-4 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 206L-4 aircraft in each of those years. Not adjusted for hours flown: training aircraft fly far more than most.
- Apr 30, 2026Substantial damage · none injuries · Chapmansboro, TNN409AE
- Oct 17, 2023Substantial damage · none injuries · Mitchell, INN490AE
- Sep 5, 2023Substantial damage · minor injuries · King Salmon, AKN193AL
- Aug 27, 2023Substantial damage · none injuries · Hibbing, MNN19BH
- Jun 30, 2022Substantial damage · none injuries · Idabel, OKN378JC
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 1995145 reports on Bell 206L-4 airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- stiffener20
- attach fitting14
- blade10
- bulkhead7
- motor7
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1993 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 | |
| 1995 | 1 | |
| 1996 | 1 | |
| 1997 | 1 | |
| 2005 | 1 | |
| 2006 | 5 | |
| 2007 | 5 | |
| 2008 | 9 | |
| 2009 | 11 | |
| 2010 | 5 | |
| 2011 | 10 | |
| 2012 | 7 | |
| 2013 | 9 | |
| 2014 | 8 | |
| 2015 | 12 | |
| 2016 | 10 | |
| 2018 | 3 | |
| Unknown | 3 |
Buyer checklist
22 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Bell 206L-4; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 15 NTSB events since 1982 involve Bell 206L-4 airframes; from 2016 to 2025, about 6.8 a year per 1,000 registered aircraft. Operators and repair stations filed 145 service difficulty reports on Bell 206L-4 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
206L-4 aircraft
Page 1 of 5| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N137MM | 2009 | Oklahoma City, OK | Sep 17, 2018 |
| N13NN | 2008 | Wilmington, DE | Aug 20, 2021 |
| N164AE | 2018 | Wichita, KS | Jan 8, 2019 |
| N165AE | 2018 | Wichita, KS | May 21, 2019 |
| N166AE | 2018 | Wichita, KS | Jun 27, 2019 |
| N193AL | 2006 | Homer, AK | May 6, 2016 |
| N19BH | 2008 | Jefferson, WI | May 16, 2016 |
| N202TP | 2007 | Ada, OK | Oct 10, 2023 |
| N206FC | 2010 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Nov 27, 2021 |
| N206LJ | 2009 | Exira, IA | Oct 6, 2021 |
| N227MH | 2009 | Baton Rouge, LA | Jan 2, 2026 |
| N238SR | 2015 | Richmond, VA | Jan 11, 2018 |
| N301JA | 2006 | Waxhaw, NC | May 26, 2024 |
| N316MH | 2006 | Homer, AK | Feb 3, 2017 |
| N318RL | 2005 | Port Orford, OR | Feb 10, 2025 |
| N336AE | 2012 | O Fallon, MO | Aug 18, 2018 |
| N346BF | 2007 | Olympia, WA | Apr 6, 2020 |
| N352TC | — | Tampa, FL | Feb 12, 2024 |
| N355AE | 2011 | O Fallon, MO | Dec 7, 2022 |
| N378JC | 2013 | Missoula, MT | Oct 25, 2022 |
| N385RL | 2008 | Wilmington, DE | Aug 18, 2011 |
| N399AE | 2016 | North Salt Lake, UT | May 11, 2017 |
| N399MH | 1993 | Homer, AK | Dec 3, 2024 |
| N402AE | 2009 | O Fallon, MO | Sep 11, 2023 |
| N404AE | 2011 | O Fallon, MO | Feb 28, 2024 |