2013 MD Helicopters 500E
Single Turbine Helicopter
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Aircraft Total Time Since New: 1,208H
Entry-into-Service: 2013
Engine: Rolls-Royce Allison 250-C20R/2
Design:
Cabin Layout - Three Passenger VIP Configuration
Interior - Grey Leather with optional Navy Blue Seat Protectors
Exterior - Pearlescent White with Dark and Medium Blue Stripes
Equipment:
Five Main Rotor Blades
Sliding Windows
Extended Landing Gear
AFS Inlet Barrier Filter
LED Red and White Strobe Lights
LED Navigation Lights
Air-Conditioning
Emergency Life Vests
Engine Fire Extinguishers
Avionics:
Garmin GTN-650
Garmin GMA-350
Garmin GI-106
Garmin GTX-330
King KY-196B
King I-VSI
King AI
King AHI
King Gyro
King TCI
Artex ELT-406
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Asian Aerospace
controller.com
|
$2,500,000
|
Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Md Helicopters 500E
This 2013 Md Helicopters 500E (I-VSI) is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with 1,208 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 above the market average at $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. 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 1,208 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 2,292 hours remaining to engine TBO .
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 registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (I-VSI) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines
PH
Seller reported 5 more aircraft in Metro Manila →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
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $2,173,500–$2,841,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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