Bell 505 Jet Ranger X

Bell 505 Jet Ranger X
Bell 505 in 2018
General information
TypeLight helicopter
National originUnited States / Canada
ManufacturerBell Textron
StatusIn service
Number built505 (November 2023)
History
Manufactured2014–present
Introduction dateMarch 7, 2017
First flightNovember 10, 2014

The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X (JRX) is an American/Canadian light helicopter developed and manufactured by Bell Helicopter. The Bell 505 was unveiled at the 2013 Paris Airshow in June 2013 as the Bell SLS (Short Light Single). The Bell 505 designation was officially announced in February 2014. Its first flight occurred on November 11, 2014. The helicopter was certified by Transport Canada in December 2016. By 2023 about 500 have been sold, popular uses so far include for personal, sightseeing, law enforcement, and training.

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