An exceptionally well-equipped and beautifully presented 2025 Bell 505 Jet Ranger X, G-THUD is finished in striking Gloss Black with Calypso Orange striping and registration markings.

Featuring a Garmin 3-Axis Autopilot, a Garmin GTX 345R Transponder with traffic display capability, FRAHM equipment, a second VHF radio and numerous desirable factory options, this aircraft is configured for both comfort and ease of operation. Combining practicality with a distinctive ramp presence, THUD features standard skids, FliteStep boarding steps, and LED navigation, strobe, and pulselight landing lights.

With only 78 airframe hours from new (aircraft currently in use), this Bell 505 has always been hangared and maintained by a Part 145 approved maintenance organisation. Powered by the dependable Safran Arrius 2R turbine engine, it presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly specified, low-time Bell 505 in outstanding condition.

The aircraft is available from September 2026. Included in the sale is a Bell Training Academy Bell 505 Type Rating Course, 1 year scheduled maintenance carried out by Helix Av, up to 25 hours leaseback until sale completes. For purchasers wishing to commence flying prior to delivery, lease hours can be arranged in the interim. The aircraft is based at a London airfield.

Airplane time state:
Year: June 2025
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: Bell 505 Jet Ranger X
Registration: G-THUD
Aircraft Type: Helicopter
Serial Number: 65634
Engine: Safran Arrius 2R
Airframe Hours: 78 (aircraft currently in use)
ARC Due: August 2026

Premium Interior Seating - Two-Tone Grey Leather
Black Headliner with Carbon Fibre Hydrographic Centre Panel
Tan Carpet - Cockpit and Baggage Compartment
Two Leather cubby boxes

Gloss Black Basecoat
Calypso Orange Striping and Registration

Garmin G1000 NXi Integrated Flight Deck
Electronic Standby Instruments
Second VHF Communication Radio - Garmin GTR 225B
Garmin GTX 345R Transponder with Traffic Display
Garmin 3-Axis Autopilot
Inlet Barrier Filter
Dual Pilot Controls
Rotor Brake
Sliding Windows (Pilot & Co-Pilot)
Automatic Door Openers (Pilot & Co-Pilot)
FRAHM Vibration Reduction System
FliteStep Boarding Steps (LH & RH)
Tail Rotor Gearbox Cover
Avionics Shelf
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
Operator Accessory Package
LED Nav and Strobe Lights
LED Pulselight landing lights

For further information, maintenance status or to discuss the included training package, maintenance plan and lease-hour options, please contact Helix AV.

*Reason for sale = owners new Bell 505 arrives September*