1987 Bell 222
Twin Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Airframe
1,600 hours TTSN, Main Rotor Blades 4,520 hours remaining, Tail Rotor Blades 4,581 hours remaining, Tail Rotor Gearbox 4,460 hours remaining
Engines
Left Engine: Honeywell LTS 101-750-C-1, 2,400 hour TBO, 1,597 hours TTSN, Gas Generator 802 hours remaining to overhaul, Power Turbine 802 hours remaining to overhaul, Accessory Gearbox 1,497 hours remaining to overhaul, Fuel Control 2,097 hours remaining to overhaul, Right Engine: Honeywell LTS 101-750-C-1, 2,400 hour TBO, 1,524 hours TTSN, Gas Generator 1,797 hours remaining to overhaul, Power Turbine 1,326 hours remaining to overhaul, Accessory Gearbox 1,498 hours remaining to overhaul, Fuel Control 822 hours remaining to overhaul
Avionics
Garmin GNS 530 Nav/Com/GPS, Garmin GNS 430 Nav/Com/GPS, Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B Out Transponder, Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS), Distance Measuring Equipment (DME), Radar Altimeter, Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI), Dual Audio Panel/ICS, Air Conditioning with Passenger Controls, Electronic Fuel Flow Indicator, Artificial Horizon for Pilot and Co-Pilot, Directional Gyro, Turn and Bank Indicator, Co-Pilot Instruments, Standby Compass, AM/FM/CD Stereo, Clock
Additional Equipment
Dual Controls, Co-Pilot Brakes, Windshield Wiper, Baggage Compartment, Upper Auxiliary Fuel Tank, Engine Scavenge Oil Filter Kit, Engine Overspeed Kit, Custom Soundproofing, Fuel Flow Transducer Kit, Anti Collision Lights Upper and Lower, Tail Rotor Flood Light Kit, Landing Light, Position Lights, Fire Extinguisher
Interior
Tan leather executive seating, Pilot and Co-Pilot seating, Three forward facing rear seats, Three aft facing mid row seats, Black and tan side panels, Black carpet
Exterior
Black with gold accent stripe
Maintenance
Beautifully restored in 2024 with new paint, upholstery, avionics, plumbing, hydraulic lines and new starter generator, Fully disassembled and inspected transmission and gearbox in 2024, Flown over 100 hours in the last 6 months, Parts and maintenance available with Helicopter Solutions NC
Engine
Left Engine: Honeywell LTS 101-750-C-1, 2,400 hour TBO, 1,597 hours TTSN, Gas Generator 802 hours remaining to overhaul, Power Turbine 802 hours remaining to overhaul, Accessory Gearbox 1,497 hours remaining to overhaul, Fuel Control 2,097 hours remaining to overhaul, Right Engine: Honeywell LTS 101-750-C-1, 2,400 hour TBO, 1,524 hours TTSN, Gas Generator 1,797 hours remaining to overhaul, Power Turbine 1,326 hours remaining to overhaul, Accessory Gearbox 1,498 hours remaining to overhaul, Fuel Control 822 hours remaining to overhaul Avionics Garmin GNS 530 Nav/Com/GPS, Garmin GNS 430 Nav/Com/GPS, Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B Out Transponder, Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS), Distance Measuring Equipment (DME), Radar Altimeter, Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI), Dual Audio Panel/ICS, Air Conditioning with Passenger Controls, Electronic Fuel Flow Indicator, Artificial Horizon for Pilot and Co-Pilot, Directional Gyro, Turn and Bank Indicator, Co-Pilot Instruments, Standby Compass, AM/FM/CD Stereo, Clock Additional Equipment Dual Controls, Co-Pilot Brakes, Windshield Wiper, Baggage Compartment, Upper Auxiliary Fuel Tank, Engine Scavenge Oil Filter Kit, Engine Overspeed Kit, Custom Soundproofing, Fuel Flow Transducer Kit, Anti Collision Lights Upper and Lower, Tail Rotor Flood Light Kit, Landing Light, Position Lights, Fire Extinguisher Interior Tan leather executive seating, Pilot and Co-Pilot seating, Three forward facing rear seats, Three aft facing mid row seats, Black and tan side panels, Black carpet Exterior Black with gold accent stripe Maintenance Beautifully restored in 2024 with new paint, upholstery, avionics, plumbing, hydraulic lines and new starter generator, Fully disassembled and inspected transmission and gearbox in 2024, Flown over 100 hours in the last 6 months, Parts and maintenance available with Helicopter Solutions NC
Interior
Tan leather executive seating, Pilot and Co-Pilot seating, Three forward facing rear seats, Three aft facing mid row seats, Black and tan side panels, Black carpet Exterior Black with gold accent stripe Maintenance Beautifully restored in 2024 with new paint, upholstery, avionics, plumbing, hydraulic lines and new starter generator, Fully disassembled and inspected transmission and gearbox in 2024, Flown over 100 hours in the last 6 months, Parts and maintenance available with Helicopter Solutions NC
Exterior
Black with gold accent stripe Maintenance Beautifully restored in 2024 with new paint, upholstery, avionics, plumbing, hydraulic lines and new starter generator, Fully disassembled and inspected transmission and gearbox in 2024, Flown over 100 hours in the last 6 months, Parts and maintenance available with Helicopter Solutions NC
Modifications / STCs
• Dual Controls
• Co-Pilot Breaks
• Windshield Wiper
• Baggage Compartment
• Upper Aux Fuel Tank
• Engine Scavange Oil Filter Kit
• Engine Overspeed Kit
• Custom Soundproofing
• Fue Flow Transducer Kit
• Anti Collision Lights - Upper & Lower
• Tail Rotor Flood Light Kit
• Landing Light
• Position Lights
• Fire Extinguisher
• Dual Pilot IFR capable
• Executive 8 Passenger Helicopter
• Turnkey Business for any charter operation or luxury private helicopter. Ready for Part 135 Inspection
• Beautifully restored in 2024 with new paint, upholstery, avionics, plumbing, hydraulic lines & new starter generator
• Fully disassembled and inspected Transmission and Gearbox in 2024
• Flown over 100 hours in the last 6 months
• 100% airworthy Airwolf with plenty of time remaining on all major components
• Parts and maintenance available with Helicopter Solutions NC
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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TransGlobal Aviation
controller.com
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$695,000
|
Atlanta, GA | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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About This Bell 222
This 1987 Bell 222 (N322AW) is a 8-seat twin turbine helicopter . There are currently 6 222 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $695,000 to $932,211. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $695,000.
The 222 cruises at 133 kts (246 km/h) with a range of 282 nm (522 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 55 GPH (208 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $302/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 10 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Bell 222 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N322AW.
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 N322AW.
Airworthiness Directives — Bell 222
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
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View full AD →Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 Helicopters
View full AD →Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (BHTC) Model 222, 222B, and 222U Helicopters
View full AD →Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230 and 430 Helicopters
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View full AD →Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 Helicopters
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Bell 222
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
(CAN) REPORTED TO HAVE A POWER LOSS SHORTLY AFTER TAKEOFF AND CRASHED INTO RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS AIRCRAFT CAME TO REST ON THE LEFT SIDE. EXTENT OF INJURIES NOT REPORTED BUT NO FATALITIES INVOLVED. (TC# 20190426021)
(CAN) INITIAL REPORTS STATE A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER ON TAKEOFF. AIRCRAFT SUFFERED A HARD LANDING AND ROLL OVER. 5 OCCUPANTS ON-BOARD. NO FURTHER DETAILS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
DURING AN AIRFRAME ZONE 1 INSPECTION, FOUND ONE SIDE OF THE MR HUB, PN 222-012-101-107 SN A98, CORD WEIGHT MOUNT LOOSE. UPON REMOVAL OF THE NUT FROM THE LONG, ALL THREAD, PORTION OF THE MOUNT & THE WEIGHT ITSELF, FOUND ONE BOLT HEAD LAYING LOOSE UND...
RETURNING TO BASE AT THE COMPLETION OF A SCENE FLIGHT, THE ECS UNIT WAS TURNED ON. AFTER A FEW MINUTES THE MEDIC, IN THE CABIN, STATED THAT THERE WAS A FOG IN THE CABIN & A STRONG SMELL OF JET FUEL. THE PILOT BACKED UP BY THE NURSE HOLDING THE RFM ...
WHILE IN CRUISE FLIGHT, THE NR 1 ENG BEGAN RUNNING ERRATICALLY & THE NP WAS ATTEMPTING TO OVER SPEED. THE PILOT WAS ABLE TO ARREST THE ENG POWER BY MANUALLY RETARDING THE NG CONTROL TWIST GRIP. MADE AN UNEVENTFUL LANDING AT KBVU. MADE AN INITIAL V...
PILOT REPORTED HIGH OIL TEMP WITH CONTINOUS RISING ON NR 1 ENGINE. MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING. ON APPROACH NOTICED THE OIL PRESSURE WAS ALSO HIGH ON NR 1 ENGINE. TROUBLESHOT & FOUND MOISTURE (OIL AND WATER) IN THE MAIN ENGINE ELECTRICAL DISCONN...
PILOT WAS IN FLIGHT TO REFUEL AFTER A CALL. DURING FLIGHT HE OBSERVED THE NR 1 ENG FIRE WARNING LIGHT FLICKERING INTERMITTENTLY AND PROCEEDED TO LAND AT THE BASE. AFTER RECEIVING THE CALL-OUT, RESPONDED TO THE BASE AND STARTED TROUBLESHOOTING FOR A...
ON FINAL, CREW SENSED THE ODOR OF BURNED ELECTRICAL. THERE NO VISUAL INDICATIONS (SMOKE, FIRE OR SPARKS) OF ANY ELECTRICAL ISSUES. ALL COCKPIT INDICATIONS WERE NORMAL. ACFT WAS LANDED AND SHUTDOWN NORMALLY WITH NO FURTHER INDICATIONS. AIRCRAFT WA...
(CAN) TOP CASE RT INBD COLLECTIVE IDLER LUG FOUND CRACKED. BUSHING WORN BEYOND LIMIT. CASE REPLACED.
DURING MAINTENANCE, FOUND CRACK IN BELLY SKIN APPROX, .7".
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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