Bell 427 Helicopter
The Bell 427 is a light twin-turbine — produced 1999-2010 as the predecessor to the 429. Twin Pratt & Whitney PW207D engines, seven seats, designed for EMS and corporate operations. The 427 was a relatively short-production aircraft, with the more capable 429 succeeding it. A small used market today.
8 used Bell 427 helicopters for sale · 8-seat · Reference price ~$1,400,000 ($800,000–$2,300,000) · updated yesterday
Bell 427 Specifications
Model specThe Bell 427 is a 8-seat twin turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 138 kt (256 km/h), a range of 394 nm (730 km), and a useful load of 2,200 lbs (998 kg).
Bell 427 for Sale
Bell 427 asking prices range from $990,000 to $3,200,000, with a median of $1,272,500 (market reference $1,400,000).
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Bell 427 Price & Cost
How much does a Bell 427 cost? Used 427 prices: $990K – $3.2M, average $1.6M (median $1.3M); market reference $1.4M, across 6 priced of 8 active listings.
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.
Buying a Used Bell 427
Buying a Bell 427 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Bell 427
Why was the Bell 427 discontinued, and does that affect buyers?
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Is the Bell 427 suitable for EMS or utility operations?
Bell 427 Inventory by Country
| United States | 3 |
| Poland | 2 |
| Australia | 1 |
| Dominican Republic | 1 |
| Philippines | 1 |
Bell 427 by Decade
| 2000s | 8 |
Bell 427 Safety Record
Across all 427 variants, 1 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2012–2012. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
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Total Events
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Incidents
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Serious
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Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 04, 2012 | Indiantown, FL | Minor | The inflight collision with birds, resulting in damage to the rotor head assembly and a subsequent forced landing and ro… |
NTSB records 2012–2012. Includes all Bell 427 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.