1983 MD Helicopters 500E
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Major Components
Tail Rotor Gearbox 343 hours remaining
Main Rotor Blades 434 hours remaining
Main Rotor Transmission 601 hours remaining
Will Consider Offers
Engine
Engine Hours: 1485
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
PJ Helicopters
controller.com
|
$795,000
$990,000
|
Aurora, OR | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Md Helicopters 500E
This 1983 Md Helicopters 500E is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 10,916 hours on the airframe. There are currently 9 500E aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $795,000 to $2,500,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $795,000.
The 500E 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 10,916 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 500E — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
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.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $724,500–$947,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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