Enstrom 480B Helicopter under $300,000
Under $300k for a helicopter is the entry-piston band — typically Robinson R22 (training), Robinson R44 Raven I (mid-life), Schweizer 300 series, early Hughes 269. Engines on mid-life cycles; rotor blades and component overhauls dominate scheduled cost. SFAR 73 training currency (Robinson) is mandatory for solo ops.
The Enstrom 480B is the turbine evolution of the line — a five-seat light helicopter powered by a Rolls-Royce 250 turbine, combining Enstrom's hallmark stability and rugged construction with turbine reliability and a roomy cabin. Used for training (including military), private flying and police work, it offers turbine smoothness in a stable, forgiving airframe.
· 5-seat · Reference price ~$650,000 ($400,000–$1,100,000) · updated 3 hours ago
Enstrom 480B Specifications
Model specThe Enstrom 480B is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 114 kt (211 km/h), a range of 370 nm (685 km), and a useful load of 1,200 lbs (544 kg).
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Enstrom 480B Price & Cost
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 Enstrom 480B
Buying a Enstrom 480B comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Frequently Asked Questions — Enstrom 480B
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Enstrom 480B Safety Record
Across all 480B variants, 1 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2005–2005. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
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Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
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| Jun 29, 2005 | Scofield, UT | Incident | the pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter. Contributing factor's include the pilot's failure to maintain… |
NTSB records 2005–2005. Includes all Enstrom 480B variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.