Specifications
AI Description
- Model: AS350B3+
- Condition: Used
- Location: Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
- Airframe Configuration: Passenger/Utility
- Total Airframe Hours: 7,617
- Main Rotor Blade Time Remaining: 10,707 hours
- Engine Type: Turbomeca Arriel 2B1
- Time Since New for Engine: 6,674 hours
- Remaining Time on Engine Modules:
- Module 1: 311 hours
- Module 2: 844 hours
- Module 3: 2,477 hours
- Module 4: 312 hours
- Module 5: 312 hours
- Main Gearbox (MGB) Time Remaining: 1,647 hours
- Tail Gearbox (TGB) Time Remaining: 1,647 hours
- 12-Year Airframe Inspection Due: February 2035
- 15-Year Inspection Due: 2037
- Avionics:
- PMA8000B Audio Panel
- Garmin GTR225 VHF Comm
- Garmin GTX 335 ADSB Transponder
- Additional Equipment:
- Onboard Systems Cargo Hook & Load Cell
- PA100 PureAir System
- Concorde Battery
- Bear Paws
- Cargo Pod
- Exterior Color: Blue
- Interior: Black leather seating
About this Model
Overview
The Airbus AS350 B3 is a variant within the AS350/AStar family known for strong power margin and lift capability in demanding environments. It is commonly used for external-load missions, mountain operations, aerial work, and utility transport where takeoff/landing sites, density altitude, and quick turnarounds drive aircraft choice. Compared with more cabin-centric twins, the B3 emphasizes simplicity, payload flexibility, and field performance over redundancy and cabin volume.
Mission Fit
Mission success with the B3 typically comes from matching payload and fuel planning to density altitude and hover requirements. Operators value the aircraft when performance at altitude and lift margin matter more than cabin amenities. For overwater, night, or regularly IFR-centric transport roles, buyers often evaluate twin-engine alternatives and equipment requirements (floats, NVG, avionics) closely.
Cabin
The AS350 B3 offers a practical, configurable cabin focused on mission utility rather than luxury. Seating and interiors vary widely by operator and role, from straightforward utility layouts to more refined transport configurations. Large doors and a flat-floor style cabin area support quick loading, and many aircraft are set up for mission equipment (cameras, baskets, hooks, or medical interiors) that can affect seating capacity and comfort.