Twin Turbine Helicopter for Sale
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For Sale
Total Time
4,090
Location
Spain
Listed 24d ago
Limited info
$686,884
For Sale
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5,658
Location
Ardmore, Auckland Region, New Zealand
Via Salus Aviation
Listed 1mo ago
$2,136,684
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2,500
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Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
Via HeliWorks
Listed 2mo ago
2010 AIRBUS AS355NP
No Reg
$2,181,604
aviationtrader.com.au
Queenstown, Otago
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2,919
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Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
1982 AIRBUS AS355F1
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helitrader.com
$990,000
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2,976
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YR-DEA
Romania
Location
Otopeni, Romania
6 sources
Listed 2mo ago
1986 EUROCOPTER AS355F-1
No Reg
$675,000
controller.com
Ardmore, Auckland
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Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Via LXPro LLC
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
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3,735
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
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Total Time
6,930
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G-PIPB
UK
Location
Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
Via HeliAir
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
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9,450
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zk-hky
New Zealand
Location
Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
4 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 $686,884 to $2,136,684 with an average of $1,149,129 across 5 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.