Helicopter Specifications

• Make:    Bell 206B3 (B206) Jet Ranger
• Cab capacity:  4 passengers
• Cruise speed:   110kts (200km/h)
• Patrol Cruise Speed:  60 – 80kts (110 – 150km/h)
• Flying time/endurance:  3.5 hours
• Range:    280nm (520km)
• Fuel capacity:   366 litres 

Helicopter Base

• The Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter will be based at Jandakot airport overnight.

• At the commencement of each operational day the helicopter will be relocated from Jandakot to Floreat beach.
• Each time the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter and crew undertake patrols, spotting & surveillance or search and/or rescue missions the helicopter will depart from Floreat and return to this base