The Bell Jet Ranger 206B is the classic single-turbine helicopter that built the commercial charter market in North America, and it still finds regular work in Dallas on short intra-metro hops and light utility missions. For four passengers making a quick cross-metro run in the DFW area, it is the most economical jet-turbine option.
Bell produced the JetRanger 206B with an Allison 250-C20B turbine engine in a design that has been in continuous production and service since the 1960s. Four seats, 374 nautical miles of range, and a simple, well-understood airframe with a deep pool of experienced operators across North America.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Bell Helicopter (Textron)
- Year introduced: 1967
- Seating: 4
- Crew: 1
- Range: 374 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 113 knots
- Service ceiling: 13,500 feet
- Length: 31.2 feet
- Wingspan: 33.3 feet
- Height: 9.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 16 cubic feet
Why the Bell Jet Ranger Fits Dallas
Short hops within the Metroplex are where the JetRanger is most at home. From a Southlake or Westlake corporate campus to Love Field or Addison Airport for a connecting charter flight, or from downtown Dallas to a facility in Fort Worth, the 374-nautical-mile range is far more than the mission ever needs.
Media and camera work keeps the Bell 206B relevant in a market with 24 Fortune 500 headquarters and a full calendar of major sports events. Cowboys home games at AT&T Stadium, Texas Rangers games at Globe Life Field, and FC Dallas matches at Toyota Stadium in Frisco all generate aerial coverage demand that the JetRanger handles reliably.
At four seats the JetRanger is a principal-plus-one or small-team aircraft. An executive making a solo commute from Preston Hollow to a meeting across the metro, or a two-person team visiting a client in Fort Worth, fits the cabin well. When the group grows past four, the LongRanger or the Bell 407 is the more practical conversation.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Bell Jet Ranger run $1,200 to $1,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
The Bell JetRanger quotes at the lower end of the Dallas helicopter category and is the most economical turbine helicopter for a two- to four-person metro hop.
Other Helicopters Available
The full helicopters category page lists every helicopter we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Bell Jet Ranger charter from Dallas, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.