Twin Turbine Helicopter for Sale
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2002 BELL 430
No Reg
$1,300,000
controller.com
Dallas, Texas
$1,900,000
For Sale
Total Time
4,510
Reg#
HB-ZZQ
Switzerland
Location
Switzerland
Via SPAB
Listed 6d ago
$1,450,000
For Sale
Total Time
2,942
Reg#
SP-ABS
Poland
Location
Poland
Via Plane4You
4 sources
Listed 1mo ago
$7,900,000
For Sale
Total Time
134
Location
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Listed 1mo ago
$4,300,000
For Sale
Total Time
2,761
Location
Miami, FL
Listed 1mo ago
2018 LEONARDO AW169
No Reg
$9,200,000
controller.com
Durham, NC
$1,120,014
For Sale
Total Time
10,392
Location
Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
Listed 1mo ago
$2,138,210
For Sale
Total Time
2,252
Location
Changsha, Hunan, China
Listed 1mo ago
$2,219,665
For Sale
Total Time
2,600
Location
Wuxi Shi, Jiagnsu Sheng, China
Listed 1mo ago
$1,298,664
For Sale
Total Time
2,569
Location
Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
Via Avgas Limited
Listed 1mo ago
$7,019,513
For Sale
Total Time
170
Location
Montevideo, UY
Listed 2mo ago
$2,137,922
For Sale
Total Time
2,500
Location
Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
Via HeliWorks
Listed 2mo ago
$26,469,524
For Sale
Total Time
59,919
Location
Wuxi Shi, Jiagnsu Sheng, China
Listed 2mo ago
2010 AIRBUS AS355NP
No Reg
$2,183,955
aviationtrader.com.au
Queenstown, Otago
$3,300,437
For Sale
Total Time
1,202
Location
Pasay City, National Capital Region, Australia
Via Asian Aerospace
Listed 2mo ago
$3,327,931
For Sale
Total Time
2,754
Location
Pasay City, National Capital Region, Australia
Via Asian Aerospace
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago
$14,000,000
For Sale
Reg#
M-DMVR
Location
Montevideo, UY
6 sources
Listed 2mo ago
2002 EUROCOPTER EC135P2
No Reg
$2,100,000
controller.com
Changsha, Hunan
$1,400,000
For Sale
Total Time
2,374
Reg#
UR-AMS
Location
Mielec, Poland
Via Plane4You
6 sources
Listed 2mo ago
$1,195,000
For Sale
Total Time
7,188
Location
Ardmore, Auckland, New Zealand
Via Salus Aviation
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago
Browse twin-engine turbine helicopters for sale — the safest and most capable rotorcraft available. Twin turbine helicopters serve offshore oil & gas, EMS/HEMS, VIP transport, search and rescue, and heavy-lift operations. Used prices range from $1M for older Bell 212 models to $20M+ for late-model Leonardo AW139 and Sikorsky S-92 aircraft. Prices range from $1,000,000 to $26,469,524 with an average of $4,103,791 across 44 priced listings.
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Light Twin Turbine for Sale:
Bell 429, Airbus H135/H145 (EC135/EC145), Leonardo AW109/AW119. 6-10 seats. $1M-$8M. EMS/HEMS, law enforcement, corporate.
Medium / Heavy Twin Turbine for Sale:
Bell 412, Airbus H175, Sikorsky S-76/S-92, Leonardo AW139/AW189. 10-19 seats. $3M-$20M+. Offshore, SAR, VIP, heavy-lift.
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Buying Tips
- ✓ Twin turbine engine overhauls cost $150K-$500K PER engine — check remaining TBO on BOTH engines and engine program enrollment.
- ✓ Main rotor blade replacements cost $80K-$150K+ per set — check remaining blade life and corrosion/erosion condition.
- ✓ Mission equipment dramatically affects value — EMS interior, hoist, FLIR, wire-strike kit, cargo hook can add $200K-$500K.
- ✓ Tail rotor gearbox and main transmission TBO are expensive milestones — $80K-$200K each depending on type.
- ✓ Insurance for twin turbine helicopters runs $40K-$100K+/yr. Get quotes before committing — hull value and mission type are key factors.
- ✓ Pre-purchase inspection typically costs $20K-$40K for a twin — always include engine borescope, blade NDT, and gearbox chip analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a twin turbine helicopter cost?
Light twins: Bell 429 costs $2M-$6M, Airbus H135/H145 costs $3M-$8M, Leonardo AW109 costs $2M-$6M. Medium twins: Bell 412 costs $1.5M-$5M, Sikorsky S-76 costs $2M-$10M, Leonardo AW139 costs $5M-$15M. Heavy twins: Sikorsky S-92 costs $8M-$20M+, Airbus H225 costs $5M-$15M.
How much does it cost to operate a twin turbine helicopter?
Light twin: $1,200-$2,500/hr (H145, Bell 429). Medium/heavy: $2,500-$5,000/hr (S-76, AW139, S-92). Costs include fuel (40-80 gal/hr), dual engine reserves, component life-limited parts, and maintenance. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, two-pilot crew) add $200K-$500K.
Why choose a twin-engine helicopter over a single?
Twin-engine helicopters provide engine-out capability — critical for overwater, IFR, and passenger operations. Many regulations require twin engines for offshore flights (CAT A), EMS/HEMS, and scheduled passenger service. Twins also offer higher payload, longer range, and pressurized cabins in larger models.
What is the best twin turbine helicopter?
For EMS/HEMS: Airbus H145 dominates globally. For offshore: Leonardo AW139 and Sikorsky S-92 are the standard. For corporate/VIP: Leonardo AW109 and Bell 429 offer the best cabin comfort. For utility: Bell 412 remains the workhorse. Choice depends on mission, range, payload, and budget.
Disclaimer: All prices are asking prices from third-party sources. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and inspection before purchasing.