1979 MD Helicopters 500D
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
New price reduction with updated component times. Please contact Heath Owens at International Aircraft Marketing & Sales for more information.
Engine
1st Stage Wheel: 455 hrs time remaining 2nd Stage Wheel: 455 hrs time remaining 3rd Stage Wheel: 868 hrs time remaining 4th Stage Wheel: 868 hrs time remaining COMPRESSOR: 1,600 hrs time remaining
Propeller
Blade 1: 488 hrs Time Remaining Blade 2: 678 hrs Time Remaining Blade 3: 1,107 hrs Time Remaining Blade 4: 1,164 hrs Time Remaining Blade 5: 3,188 hrs Time Remaining
Interior
1 Crew 3 Passengers
Exterior
BLUE AND SILVER
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Listing Source
trade-a-plane.com
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$750,000
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Newton, IA | Jun 08, 2026 | 39 days | Active | |
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International Aircraft Marketing and Sales
aircraftdealer.com
|
$770,000
|
Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
|
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$750,000
|
IA | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$770,000
|
Sarasota, FL | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active | |
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International Aircraft Marketing & Sales
controller.com
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$750,000
|
Newton, IA | Mar 25, 2026 | 113 days | Active | |
|
Listing Source
aviationtrader.com.au
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$774,804
|
Newton, IA | Apr 05, 2026 | 102 days | Active | |
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International Aircraft Marketing & Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$765,813 *
GBP £566,817
|
Newton, IA | Apr 08, 2026 | 100 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis
About This Md Helicopters 500D
This 1979 Md Helicopters 500D (N451HA) is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 9,803 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 500D aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $750,000 to $750,000. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $750,000.
The 500D cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 232 nm (430 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
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 9,803 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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MD Helicopters 500D — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateMD HELICOPTERS 500
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the MD HELICOPTERS 500. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.
Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
IRON HORSE AVIATION LLC
Registration Address
MARSHALLTOWN, IA
Certificate Issued
2022-11-05
Airworthiness
2022-07-05
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
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 database checked for N451HA.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $261,400–$341,678.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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