New In The BAS Disassembly Hangar December 17th, 2025

The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X represents Bell Helicopter’s fresh take on the light single-engine category, a clean-sheet design introduced to the world at the 2013 Paris Airshow. Officially named the Bell 505 in early 2014, the aircraft took its first flight later that same year and quickly moved toward certification, which was awarded by Transport Canada in December 2016. Built with a combination of metal and composite materials, the 505 offers a spacious flat-floor cabin, modern Garmin G1000H avionics, and the efficient Safran Arrius 2R engine with dual-channel FADEC. Its versatility makes it a popular choice for personal transportation, sightseeing, training, and law enforcement, with roughly 500 delivered worldwide by 2023.

Production of the Bell 505 began in earnest in 2016, supported by facilities in both the United States and Canada. While tooling was established to allow assembly across multiple regions, full production eventually shifted to Bell’s Mirabel, Quebec facility, where assembly, testing, and deliveries became centralized. Demand grew rapidly as letters of intent climbed from 240 in late 2014 to more than 350 by mid 2015, fueled in part by international interest from tourism operators and government agencies. The aircraft reached several milestones during this time, including certification by the FAA in 2017 and later achieving high altitude performance approval.

Since entering service, the Bell 505 has demonstrated its adaptability across markets and missions. Deliveries have spread across private owners, commercial operators, police departments, and militaries around the world. Specialized law enforcement configurations include enhanced optics, searchlights, external hardpoints, and taller skids, while military training programs in countries such as South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, and the UAE have adopted the model for its reliability and ease of use. In 2023, the Bell 505 also became the first single engine helicopter to fly using sustainable aviation fuel, a milestone for the industry. The aircraft we received arrived after a mishap during a dolly landing that caused it to slip and roll onto its side, but it still offers a wealth of components our team can carefully remove and clean as part of its teardown journey.

We'll get these and much much more:

• Engine: Arrius 2R Turbine
• Garmin G1000NXi system
• GDU Displays        
• Garmin GTR-225B
• Garmin GTX-335R remote ADS-B transponder
• Garmin GFC-600 autopilot
• Garmin GMA-350C Audio Panel
• Landing gear skids
• Hydraulic Servos and actuators
• Starter Generator
• And So Much More!

The Socata TBM 700C2 represents a major step in the evolution of the high performance single engine turboprop that began with the original TBM 700 in 1990. Developed through a collaboration between the American Mooney Airplane Company and the French manufacturer SOCATA, the TBM family was designed to deliver exceptional speed, altitude capability, and reliability in a compact airframe. The TBM 700C2 variant brought important improvements to the early models, including a higher maximum takeoff weight, structural enhancements, and an updated interior that made the aircraft more capable for both personal and business use. Its pressurized cabin, efficient PT6A powerplant, and refined handling characteristics helped establish the TBM series as one of the most respected aircraft in its class.

The 700C2 introduced a range of upgrades that significantly expanded its operational flexibility. Strengthened wings and landing gear, improved crashworthy seating, and an added aft baggage compartment gave operators more useful load and more practical cabin configurations. The model was also known for its balanced blend of simplicity and sophistication. The airframe construction combined aluminum, steel, and composite materials, while the cockpit incorporated advanced avionics for the era, intuitive systems management, and pilot friendly automation such as an automatic fuel selector and an efficient ice protection system. These refinements made the 700C2 attractive for owners who needed turbine performance in a platform that remained economical and straightforward to operate.

The TBM 700C2 that recently arrived in our shop came after a forced landing attributed to fuel issues, which resulted in notable damage. Even so, this airframe still contains a wide range of components our team will carefully remove and clean during teardown. The durability engineered into the TBM line is evident throughout the aircraft, from the robust PT6A engine installation to the reinforced structure that defines the C2 model. As we begin the disassembly process, we are excited to share insights into this aircraft’s design, its specialized systems, and the high quality parts that continue to make the TBM family a favorite among pilots and operators worldwide.

Here's some of what we expect:

• Pratt & Whitney PT6A-64, 3450 total time, prop strike
• Struck Hartzell HC-E4N-3 4-bladed prop hub
• Garmin G600 system
• GDU-Display
• (X2) Garmin GTN-750 GPS/Nav/Comm
• Garmin GTX-330 Transponder
• Garmin GTX-327 Transponder
• Shadin Engine Monitoring System
• Garmin GFC-600 Autopilot system
• King KR-87 ADF
• L3 Harris ESI-500 Standby Instrument
• And Much, Much More!

The Cessna 182T Skylane represents one of the most enduring and versatile four seat piston aircraft ever produced by Cessna. Since its introduction in 1956, the Skylane series has evolved through decades of refinements that improved performance, comfort, and handling while preserving the dependable characteristics pilots value. The 182T variant brought modern updates to the long running design, including a fuel injected Lycoming IO 540 engine, improved aerodynamics, enhanced seating, and the Garmin G1000 avionics suite in later production years. These upgrades helped the Skylane remain a favorite among private owners, flight schools, and commercial operators who needed a capable and forgiving aircraft with strong cross country performance.

The construction of the 182T continues the all metal tradition of earlier models, using primarily aluminum alloy with select composite or thermoplastic components. Its high wing layout provides excellent visibility and stability, making it well suited for training, backcountry flying, and everyday travel. The cabin configuration comfortably seats four adults and offers the option of two additional child seats in the baggage area for operators needing extra flexibility. Throughout its development, Cessna introduced improvements such as redesigned cowlings, refined control surfaces, better soundproofing, stronger landing gear, and optional turbocharging in related variants. Together, these enhancements cemented the Skylane’s reputation as a reliable and highly adaptable platform.

The 182T currently in our hangar arrived after a runway overrun that caused the aircraft to nose over, resulting in forward structural damage. Even with this event, the aircraft still contains many valuable components that our team will carefully remove, clean, and picture during the teardown process. The rugged design of the Skylane is evident in how the airframe absorbed the forces of the accident, reflecting the durability that has contributed to the model’s long standing popularity. As we work through the disassembly process, we look forward to sharing insights into the engineering of the 182T and the high quality parts that continue to make this aircraft a trusted choice for pilots around the world.

She's got a lot to offer, here's some of it:

• Flipped over after over running the runway
• Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5, prop struck, 1586 total, 478 SMOH
• Garmin G1000 System
• GDU Displays
• King KAP-140 Autopilot system
• Nose gear and main landing gear look good
• New style control yokes
• Articulating seats
• And So Much More!