1989 MD Helicopters 500E
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFREngine
Engine: RR 250-C20R/2 Engine TT: 9,064.3 Engine TSO: 876.7
Interior
Dual Controls LH/RH Aft Seat Belt / Shoulder Harness Aft Seat Bottom LH/RH Aft Seat Back First Aid Kit Fire Extinguisher Flashlight
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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Hillsboro Aviation
controller.com
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Contact for price
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Hillsboro, OR | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Hillsboro Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
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Call for price *
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Hillsboro, Oregon, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Hillsboro Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
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Contact for Price *
Contact for Price
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Hillsboro, OR | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Md Helicopters 500E
This 1989 Md Helicopters 500E (N915LY) is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter . There are currently 8 500E aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $890,000 to $2,500,000.
The 500E cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 232 nm (430 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
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.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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MD Helicopters 500E — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N915LY.
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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