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Revision as of 22:59, 24 March 2019

Chopper 1
N316RC
Overview
Year 1974; 50 years ago (1974)
Manufacturer Bell
Type Aircraft
Chronology
Predecessor 1963 Bell Helicopter (H-1)


General

  • Apparatus Type: Aircraft
  • Apparatus Sub Type: Helicopter
  • Manufacturer: Bell
  • Year: 1974
  • Serial Number: 1268
  • Color: White and blue (originally yellow)
  • Dept. Designation: N316RC

Chassis/Cab

  • Model: 206B Jet Ranger II
  • Crew Capacity: 5
  • Doors: 4

Drivetrain

  • Propulsion: Turboshaft (gas turbine)
  • Engine Make/Model: Allison 250-C20B
  • Engine Specs: 420 SHP

Body

Equipment

Dimensions

Construction

  • Purchased From: Utility company in Canada
  • Purchase Date: 1986
  • Purchase Price: $148,000 (equivalent to $365,866 in 2021)

Disposition

  • In Service Date: 1986
  • Misc. History: Refurbished between June 2012 and April 2014 by Sterling Helicopter in Philadelphia, PA. Engine was overhauled, as well as replacement of tail boom, landing skid, and skid floats. Total cost of refurbishment was $320,000, paid for with seized asset funds.