Eurocopter H130 Helicopter in Australia

Originally built by Eurocopter (Aerospatiale / MBB heritage), now Airbus Helicopters.

Australian-registered aircraft (VH- prefix) operate under CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) certification. Active GA market with strong Daher TBM, Cirrus, Cessna and Beechcraft fleets. Outback flying creates active utility aircraft market (Cessna Caravan, Pilatus PC-12). Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth major hubs.

The Eurocopter EC130 (and modern H130, EC130 T2) is the wide-cabin single-turbine derivative of the AS350 — a Fenestron shrouded tail rotor for lower noise and ground safety, a wide seven-seat cabin, and a smooth quiet ride that made it the favourite for air-tour operations (Grand Canyon, Hawaii) and VIP transport. Safran Arriel turbine, AS350 dynamic components. The EC130 trades some of the AS350's raw lift for cabin width, comfort and the quiet Fenestron.

Eurocopter H130 helicopter for sale

2 used Eurocopter H130 helicopters for sale in Australia · 7-seat · Reference price ~$2,600,000 ($1,700,000–$3,800,000) · updated 10 hours ago

Eurocopter H130 Specifications

Model spec

The Eurocopter H130 is a 7-seat single turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 125 kt (232 km/h), a range of 330 nm (611 km), and a useful load of 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg).

Performance
Cruise125 kt (232 km/h)
Max Speed135 kt (250 km/h)
Range330 nm (611 km)
Service Ceiling23,000 ft (7,010 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineSafran Turbomeca Arriel 2D
Horsepower952 HP
Fuel Capacity143.0 gal (541 L)
Fuel Burn42.0 GPH (159 L/h)
TBO3,000 hrs
ICAO TypeEC30
Weights & Seats
Seats7
Max Gross Weight5,511 lbs (2,500 kg)
Useful Load2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Production2001–present

Eurocopter H130 for Sale

Eurocopter H130 asking prices range from $586,948 to $586,948, with a median of $586,948 (market reference $2,600,000).

2010 Eurocopter H130

2010 Eurocopter H130 for sale
$586,948 ↓ -$5K
1/4
Total Time 1,890
Reg# VH-A67 Australia
Location Tyabb, Victoria, Australia
Via HeliShare
Multiple sources

2009 Eurocopter H130

2009 Eurocopter H130 for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 2,957
Location Australia
Via Pacific AirHub

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Eurocopter H130 Price & Cost

How much does a Eurocopter H130 cost? Used H130 prices: from $586K; market reference $2.6M, across 1 priced of 2 active listings.

Eurocopter H130 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.

Eurocopter H130 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (42.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$26,040/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$100,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$500/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 3,000 hrs)$350,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Eurocopter H130

Buying a Eurocopter H130 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Variant — EC130 B4 vs H130 (EC130 T2) — the T2/H130 is the more powerful refined variant.
  • Fenestron tail rotor — verify condition; the shrouded design is a defining feature.
  • Safran Arriel engine — program enrollment, hot section status.
  • Tour-fleet history — many EC130s are ex-tour-operator with high cycles; verify maintenance.
  • Component overhauls — rotor head, gearbox, blades.

Which EC130? An H130/T2 for the modern refined wide-cabin single; EC130 B4 for value with tour-history inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions — Eurocopter H130

Cost?
$586,948.
EC130 vs AS350?
Same family — the EC130 has the wide cabin + Fenestron (quieter, tours/VIP);
Why popular for tours?
Wide quiet cabin, panoramic visibility, low noise (Fenestron) — the
Fenestron?
Shrouded tail rotor — quieter and safer around the ground than a conventional tail rotor.

Eurocopter H130 Inventory by Country

United States4
Italy3
Australia2
MC2
France1
Chile1

Eurocopter H130 by Decade

2000s1
2010s1

Recently Sold Eurocopter H130

2006 H130$1,600,000
2003 H130$1,450,000

Eurocopter H130 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Eurocopter H130. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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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