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BELL 429(2022)

Specifications

Year2022
Serial Number--
Registration--
Total Hours370
LocationONEHUNGA, AUCKLAND REGION, NEW ZEALAND
RegionAUSTRALIA & OCEANIA

Broker

ADVANCED FLIGHT

+6421808979

Aircraft Details

  • Condition: Low hours, premium condition.
  • Type: Light twin-engine helicopter.
  • Performance: Designed for speed, safety, and comfort.

Avionics & Connectivity:

  • NAV/COM/GPS: GTN-750 (x2).
  • HTAWS, radar altimeter (Honeywell KRA 405B).
  • Cockpit voice/flight data recorder with underwater locator beacon.
  • Traffic avoidance system: SkyTrax 605A (Avidyne).

Interior & Entertainment:

  • Aft cabin ICS for 6 places (headsets not included).
  • Re-wired ICS system with LEMO headset jacks.
  • Corporate 6-place club seating (18.5” seats) with 4-point restraint.
  • Fold-down console on two center seats.
  • Corporate headliner with LED lights and adjustable AC vents.
  • Cabin soundproofing and plush wool carpets.
  • USB charging ports in 4 corner positions.

Exterior:

  • Paint scheme: Black (Phantom Gray Metallic, Platinum Metallic).

Additional Equipment:

  • Dual pilot controls, rotor brake, wire strike protection system.
  • 3rd display unit, 2nd standby compass, 4th axis autopilot.
  • Air conditioning with dual evaporator, 200 amp starter generator.
  • Increased capacity battery (44 Ah), inlet barrier filter.

About this Model

Overview

The Bell 429 is a twin‑engine light helicopter built around single‑pilot IFR capability, a flat cabin floor, and a configuration that adapts well to passenger transport, HEMS/utility interiors, and mixed-use operations. It sits in the “light twin” class with an emphasis on practical speed, useful load flexibility, and avionics aimed at reducing pilot workload in instrument conditions.

Mission Fit

Typical missions include regional passenger legs, airport transfers, and mission-configurable roles (e.g., medical or law enforcement) where cabin access and interior flexibility are important. It generally suits operators who want twin-engine redundancy and IFR capability without stepping into the cost/size profile of medium twins.

Cabin

The cabin is designed around a flat floor and unobstructed central space, which supports both passenger seating and mission interiors (such as a medical litter or equipment racks). Large doors (including rear clamshell access in many configurations) help with loading and rapid ingress/egress. Noise and vibration levels depend on interior kit and mission equipment; prospective buyers should evaluate the specific aircraft’s interior, soundproofing, and installed equipment weight.