1970 MD Helicopters MD500C
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Low hours and great component times remaining. This aircraft is ready for its next adventure. Please contact Heath Owens at International Aircraft Marketing & Sales for more information.
Engine
1st Stage Wheel: 1,386 hrs time remaining 2nd Stage Wheel: 1,386 hrs time remaining 3rd Stage Wheel: 1,600 hrs time remaining 4th Stage Wheel: 2,133 hrs time remaining COMPRESSOR: 1,323 hrs time remaining
Propeller
5-Blade
Interior
1 Crew 3 Passenger Seating
Modifications / STCs
• DUAL CONTROLS
• GROUND HANDLING WHEELS
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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International Aircraft Marketing & Sales
controller.com
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Contact for price
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Langley, BC, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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International Aircraft Marketing & Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
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Contact for price *
Contact for price
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Langley, BC, Canada | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Md Helicopters MD500C
This 1970 Md Helicopters MD500C is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 5,594 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 MD500C aircraft listed for sale .
The MD500C cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 232 nm (430 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 35 GPH (132 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $192/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $450/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $80,000. With 5,594 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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MD Helicopters MD500C — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registration number not available.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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