Specifications
AI Description
- Model: 500D
- Condition: Used
- Rotor Blades Time Remaining:
- Blade 1: 488 hrs
- Blade 2: 678 hrs
- Blade 3: 1,107 hrs
- Blade 4: 1,164 hrs
- Blade 5: 3,188 hrs
- Engine: Rolls Royce M250-C20B
- Engine Time Since Overhaul: 2,631 hrs
- Engine Time Before Overhaul: 3,500 hrs
- Engine Components Time Remaining:
- 1st Stage Wheel: 455 hrs
- 2nd Stage Wheel: 455 hrs
- 3rd Stage Wheel: 868 hrs
- 4th Stage Wheel: 868 hrs
- Compressor: 1,600 hrs
- Avionics/Radios:
- Isolair 145 Gal Spray System (additional price)
- Dual HEC Specialties Cargo Hook
- TracMap
- Cold Weather Blade Covers
- Fargo Tank
- RH Exhaust Stack with STC
- Exterior Color: Blue and Silver
- Interior: 1 Crew, 3 Passengers
About this Model
Overview
The 500D is a single-engine, five-blade light helicopter known for responsive handling, a small footprint, and good visibility for the pilot. It is commonly used for roles that value maneuverability and quick turnarounds—such as training, aerial observation, limited passenger transport, and light external-load or utility missions—rather than long-range cruising or high-payload lift.
Mission Fit
It tends to fit operators who fly many short segments per day and want a straightforward platform with good low-speed controllability. Missions that require sustained high gross weight, extensive baggage volume, or significant reserve fuel will typically push the aircraft toward its practical limits sooner than larger singles or light twins.
Cabin
Cabin space is functional rather than expansive, with access and layout oriented around front-seat pilot workload and quick loading for small passenger groups. Noise and vibration levels are typical of light turbine helicopters, and comfort depends heavily on interior configuration, seating type, and installed mission equipment.