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Helicopters for Sale
Helicopters, otherwise referred to as rotorcraft utilize rotor blades that propel quickly enough to provide the lift needed for flight. Unique from fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters are capable of vertical take-off and landing, making them ideal to operate into and out of tight spaces, and hovering (making them ideal for surveillance and inspection work).
A wide range of turbine helicopters and piston helicopters are operated around the world, fulfilling an equally wide range of missions. The smallest manned piston helicopters seat just two people (including the pilot), whereas the largest multi-engine turbine helicopters can be configured to carry more than 12 passengers in luxury (plus crew).
However, the key difference between turbine and piston helicopters, reflected in their name, is in their engine types…
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Airbus/Eurocopter EC 135P2+
Price: USD $2,500,000
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Airbus/Eurocopter EC 135P2+
Price: USD $2,500,000
Asia, Hong Kong, For Sale by Asian Sky Group
- Year 2008
- S/N 0682
- Total Time 3425
2+4 VIP Configuration Single Pilot / Dual Pilot IFR 3-Axis Autopilot Air Comm Air Conditioning System Safran Aero Emergency Floats Aero Metals
Safran Aero Emergency Floats
Updated 12 Apr 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 135P3
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Airbus/Eurocopter EC 135P3
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Europe, Monaco, For Sale by AeroBuyNow SARL
- Year 2018
- S/N 2064
- Total Time 636
Aways hangared No Damage History All Logs Since New
no damage history - low hours
Updated 01 Apr 2022
Agusta A109E Power
Price: USD $1,200,000 Price Reduced
Agusta A109E Power
Price: USD $1,200,000 Price Reduced
Europe, United Kingdom - England, For Sale by Castle Air
- Year 2003
- S/N 11208
- Total Time 2973
Composite Tail Rotor Kit, 230 US Gall. Fuel System, Pulsed chip detector, Reading lights & floor courtesy light
Pulsed chip detector
Updated 14 Apr 2022
Agusta AW109 TREKKER
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Agusta AW109 TREKKER
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South America, Brazil, For Sale by Southern Cross Aircraft LLC
- Year 2021
- S/N 22276
- Total Time 91
• One Owner Since New • Only 91 hours • No Damage History • VIP Interior with full leather seats
Only 91 hours - no damage history
Updated 25 Mar 2022
Agusta A109E Power
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Agusta A109E Power
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Europe, United Kingdom - England, For Sale by Castle Air
- Year 2003
- S/N 11217
- Total Time 4742
Air Conditioning, Blue leather VVIP seating with blue carpets and white contrasting trim
Blue leather VVIP seating
Updated 01 Mar 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
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Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
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Europe, Switzerland, For Sale by AeroBuyNow SARL
- Year 2001
- S/N 1206
- Total Time 1232
Excellent Remaining Potentials – No Damage History – All Logs Since New – Always Hangared - 1,065 Kg Empty Weight
All Logs Since New – Always Hangared
Updated 01 Mar 2022
Agusta A109E Power
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Europe, United Kingdom - England, For Sale by Freestream Aircraft Limited
- Year 2009
- S/N 11769
- Total Time 1855.6
Previously N-Registered No Damage History IFR Avionic Package (King Silver Crown Line)
IFR Avionic Package
Updated 03 Nov 2021
Bell 206B III
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Bell 206B III
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Europe, France, For Sale by SPARFELL
- Year 1980
- S/N 8592
- Total Time 3750
Immaculate 1980 Agusta-Bell 206B3
Low Time
Equipped for floats
Floats included (to be serviced)
Inlet barrier filter
EASA certified
Based an
EASA certified - immaculate condition
Updated 01 Mar 2022
Bell 412EP
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Bell 412EP
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Asia, Hong Kong, For Sale by Asian Sky Group
- Year 2007
- S/N 36442
- Total Time 2840.2
13+2 Seats Configuration
ADS-B Fitted
Emergency Floats and External Mounted Life Rafts
AFCS
Cargo Hook Provisions
Emergency Floats
Litter Kit
Auxiliary
ADS-B Fitted - 13 pax configuration
Updated 06 Dec 2021
Bell 205 A1
Price: USD $1,500,000 Price Reduced
Bell 205 A1
Price: USD $1,500,000 Price Reduced
Asia, Hong Kong, For Sale by Asian Sky Group
- Year 1972
- S/N 30109
- Total Time 7688
Total Hours: 7,688 Since New
13 Passengers Utilty Configuration
Asking Price Reduced: 1.5M USD
13 Passengers Utilty Configuration
Updated 06 Sep 2021
Bell 505 Jetranger X
Price: USD $1,800,000
Bell 505 Jetranger X
Price: USD $1,800,000
Europe, Poland, For Sale by Clip Group
- Year 2020
- S/N 65253
- Total Time 26
As owner, we are proud to present this BRAND NEW Bell 505. Price from Bell in this configuration (including ferry to
BRAND NEW Bell 505
Updated 21 Feb 2022
Agusta A109E Power
Off market
Agusta A109E Power
Off market
Europe, Switzerland, For Sale by SPARFELL
- Year 2007
- S/N TBD
- Total Time 2155
Off-Market 2007 Agusta A109E Power
EASA Compliant
Well maintained
IFR Compliant
5+1 Passenegrs Configuration
Always hangared
Based in Central Europe
Based in Central Europe
Updated 02 Mar 2022
Airbus H130
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Airbus H130
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Middle East, Kazakhstan, For Sale by ArcosJet
- Year 2014
- S/N TBD
- Total Time 752
Excellent "as new" H130. Careful use for the owner's flights only. One owner since new. Very well in-
time maintenance.
Very motivated owner
Updated 02 Mar 2022
Bell 412EP
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Bell 412EP
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Europe, United Kingdom - England, For Sale by Action Aviation
- Year 2006
- S/N 36428
- Total Time 4635
Seating 13 Passengers
Emergency EMS
Cargo Operations
Special Operations
Cargo Hook with Capacity of 4500 lbs at Sea Level
Rescue Crane Operation
Offshore and Firefighting Capable
Updated 02 Mar 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter AS 350BA
Price: €725,000 VAT Paid
Airbus/Eurocopter AS 350BA
Price: €725,000 VAT Paid
Europe, Ireland, For Sale by Derek McGarrity
- Year 1991
- S/N TBD
- Total Time 10500
1991 as350 ba.exellentvremaining timed including new mod 2 and 3 just fitted so full 15 years or 3500 hrs to run.owned for last 10
Updated 19 Apr 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter AS 350B-2
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Airbus/Eurocopter AS 350B-2
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Europe, Switzerland, For Sale by Aura Aviation
- Year 1985
- S/N 1809
- Total Time 8264
Aura Aviation are delighted to present this best in class Eurocopter AS 350B2 Ecureuil (Squirrel) which has undergone an extensive
Updated 18 Apr 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
Price: €808,000 Price Reduced
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
Price: €808,000 Price Reduced
Europe, Belgium, For Sale by AiRCRAFT FORMULA
- Year 2001
- S/N 1186
- Total Time 2480
EUROCOPTER EC120B
2001 Manufactured
TTAF of 2480 hours
Fresh 12 years inspection performed
TSN below 1500 hours on Arrius 2F engine.
Updated 18 Apr 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter AS 350B-2
Price: €679,000 Price Reduced
Airbus/Eurocopter AS 350B-2
Price: €679,000 Price Reduced
Europe, Norway, For Sale by AiRCRAFT FORMULA
- Year 1999
- S/N 9014
- Total Time 7700
1999 EUROCOPTER AS350B2
PRICE REDUCED
Fully equipped for Passenger and Utility missions.
Full Swing, Mirrors and floor window, Fixed-Parts Emergency
Updated 18 Apr 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
Price: €450,000
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
Price: €450,000
Europe, Norway, For Sale by AiRCRAFT FORMULA
- Year 2000
- S/N 1109
- Total Time 13330
2000 manufactured EC120B
Utility & Passenger Transport configuration
Great times remaining on main Components
Updated 18 Apr 2022
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
Price: €458,000
Airbus/Eurocopter EC 120B
Price: €458,000
Europe, Norway, For Sale by AiRCRAFT FORMULA
- Year 2001
- S/N 1213
- Total Time 12370
2001 manufactured EC120B
Utility & Passenger Transport configuration
Updated 18 Apr 2022
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FAQs: Helicopter for Sale
Here are the most Frequently Asked Questions for Helicopter for sale
Which are the top helicopter manufacturer companies today?
Today’s leading turbine helicopter manufacturers include Airbus, Bell, Enstrom, Leonardo, MD Helicopter, Robinson, and Sikorsky. Buyers shopping the pre-owned market will find additional out-of-production models available, including those produced by Agusta, Eurocopter, and others. Popular piston helicopters are built by Enstrom (F-28F and 280FX), Guimbal (Cabri G2), Robinson (R22 and R44 Raven) and Schweizer (300C). Again, buyers shopping the pre-owned piston helicopter market will find additional out-of-production models available, including, for example, the Bell 47.
What are helicopters used for?
Turbine helicopters are popular with corporations needing business and VVIP transportation. High-net-worth-individuals also own these aircraft as personal transportation. Some of the other roles and industries Turbine Helicopters are commonly utilized in are police work, medevac, aerial surveillance, offshore, media, tourism and more. Meanwhile, Piston helicopters are very popular with flight schools. They are also used for personal, owner-flown transportation, and are useful for certain types of surveillance work, tourism, site inspection, and news gathering.
How much do helicopters cost?
Buyers seeking a turbine helicopter can expect an average ask price of $1.424m, according to JETNET data (November 2021) which accounts for new and used helicopter prices. The highest ask price in November 2021 was $9.950m. Piston helicopters, meanwhile, can cost anywhere between under $100k up to approximately $600k, depending on the model, age, and condition of the aircraft.
Helicopter Overview
By Matt Harris
Both Piston and Turbine helicopters are diverse and are used across a wide variety of roles and industries. These include executive travel, emergency services, military, construction, oil and offshore, tourism, search and rescue, news and media, and a diverse range of other aerial works.
Popular models available today include aircraft built by Airbus Helicopters, Bell, Enstrom, Leonardo, Robinson and Sikorsky
What is a Turbine Helicopter?
Generally larger than piston helicopters, turbine helicopters are powered by one or more gas turbine engines. Comprised of compressor, combustion chamber, turbine and gearbox assembly, these are more powerful and complex engines than are used on piston helis, inevitably making them more expensive to operate but broadening their appeal to market sectors piston helicopters cannot serve.
Popular turbine helicopter models on the market today carry anywhere between four and 20, -plus passengers (depending on category and configuration).
Turbine helicopters tend to be grouped by engine and weight, including Single-Engine Turbines, Light Multi-Engine Turbines, Medium Multi-Engine Turbines, and Heavy Multi-Engine Turbines.
What is a Piston Helicopter?
Generally smaller than turbine helicopters, piston helicopters operate with a piston engine (also called a reciprocating engine), with Lycoming being a leading piston helicopter engine manufacturer today. Less powerful and complex than the engines used by turbine helicopters, piston engines are also less expensive to operate.
The popular piston helicopters on the new and pre-owned market carry between two and four people (including pilot), and have a range between 160 and 300 nautical miles (per Conklin & de Decker).
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