Agusta AW139 Helicopter in Canada

Originally built by Agusta / AgustaWestland, now part of Leonardo Helicopters.

Canadian-registered aircraft (C- prefix) operate under Transport Canada certification standards similar to FAA but with specific differences in maintenance, equipment, and operations. Canadian aircraft frequently transact cross-border to US buyers; import process requires FAA airworthiness re-certification and possible equipment changes.

The Agusta (AgustaWestland) AW139 is one of the most successful medium twin-turbine helicopters of its generation — twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6C engines, ~15-seat cabin, ~165 kt cruise, used worldwide in offshore oil & gas, EMS/SAR, VIP and government roles. Modern glass cockpit, strong performance and a large flat-floor cabin made it the medium-twin benchmark. As a medium twin, the AW139 carries significant operating cost — but offshore/SAR/VIP operators value its capacity, performance and redundancy.

Agusta AW139 helicopter for sale

1 used Agusta AW139 helicopters for sale in Canada · 15-seat · Reference price ~$6,500,000 ($4,000,000–$9,500,000) · updated 15 hours ago

Agusta AW139 Specifications

Model spec

The Agusta AW139 is a 15-seat twin turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 165 kt (306 km/h), a range of 573 nm (1,061 km), and a useful load of 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg).

Performance
Cruise165 kt (306 km/h)
Max Speed167 kt (309 km/h)
Range573 nm (1,061 km)
Service Ceiling20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower1,679 HP
Fuel Burn130.0 GPH (492 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats15
Max Gross Weight14,110 lbs (6,400 kg)
Useful Load5,500 lbs (2,495 kg)
Production2003–present

Agusta AW139 for Sale

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Compare Agusta AW139

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Agusta AW139 Price & Cost

Agusta AW139 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Agusta AW139 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (130.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$80,600/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Buying a Used Agusta AW139

Buying a Agusta AW139 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Twin PT6C engines — both engines' hot section/overhaul + program enrollment.
  • Component overhauls — main rotor head, gearboxes, blades — significant scheduled cost on a medium twin; verify hours remaining.
  • Mission configuration — offshore (corrosion!), EMS, VIP — very different wear profiles and interiors; offshore aircraft need thorough corrosion inspection.
  • Avionics — modern glass (Honeywell Primus Epic); verify revision.
  • Operating cost — budget realistically; medium-twin economics.

Which AW139? Configuration and mission history dominate — verify offshore-corrosion vs VIP-low- cycle history, engine programs and component hours.

Frequently Asked Questions — Agusta AW139

Cost?
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AW139 mission roles?
Offshore oil & gas, EMS/SAR, VIP/corporate, government — one of the most
Operating cost?
Significant — medium-twin economics with twin PT6C and scheduled component
Offshore aircraft considerations?
Salt-air corrosion — thorough corrosion inspection essential

Agusta AW139 Inventory by Country

United States9
Austria1
Canada1
China1
Cyprus1
United Arab Emirates1

Agusta AW139 by Decade

2010s1

Agusta AW139 Safety Record

Across all AW139 variants, 5 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2011–2024. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

5

Total Events

2

Incidents

0

Serious

3

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Feb 17, 2024 Kawajima, OF Incident
Sep 24, 2022 Houma, LA Incident The inflight loss of collective control of the helicopter due to thermal damage of a collective control torque tube that…
Apr 03, 2022 Iwaizumi, Fatal
Jul 04, 2019 Big Grand Cay, Fatal (7) The pilots’ decision to takeoff over water in dark night conditions with no external visual reference, which resulted in…
Aug 19, 2011 AO Fatal (4)

NTSB records 2011–2024. Includes all Agusta AW139 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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