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  • MD 902 Explorer
  • MD 600N
  • MD 520N
  • MD 530F
  • MD 500E

MD 902 Explorer

With the design and development guided by the international helicopter industry advisory board, the objective of this multipurpose, twin-engine helicopter was to set a new standard in performance, affordability, dependability and safety. 

Certified: FAA & JAA for day/night VFR, single pilot IFR

Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207E

Main Rotor: Fully articulated system

Anti-torque Control: NOTAR

Cruise Speed: 131 Knt (246 kph / 152 mph)

Useful Internal Load: 6,500 pounds

Maximum Altitude: 14,000 feet

Seats: 8

Separate Baggage Compartment: 52 cubic feet

MD 600N

These single-turbine engine helicopters provide high performance and increased capacity to give the customer greater versatility. All with dramatically low operating costs. It flies faster, hovers higher, and provides the agility and exceptional handling for which the MD 500® series is known.

Certified: FAA & JAA for single pilot VFR

Engine: Rolls Royce 250-C47

Main Rotor: Fully articulated 6 blade system

Anti-torque Control: NOTAR

Seats: 8Cruise Speed: 138 Knt (248 kph/ 154 mph)

Useful Internal Load: 2000 pounds / 907 kg max

 Maximum Altitude: 20,000 feet

MD 520N

The "all purpose" MD 520N is a fast, agile, lightweight, turbine powered helicopter. Advanced technology has been used in the design and construction of the aircraft, resulting in excellent speed capabilities, high payload-to-empty-weight ratio, passenger/crew safety and handling and performance capabilities. This is one of the safest, quietest helicopters in the world.

Certified: FAA & JAA for single pilot VFR

Engines: Rolls Royce 250-C20R/2 turbine engine

Main Rotor: Fully articulated 5 blades system

Anti-torque Control: NOTAR

Cruise Speed: 123 Knt (229 kph / 142 mph)

Useful Internal Load: 1,764 pounds

 Maximum Altitude: 20,000 feet

Seats: 5

MD 530F

Engineered to meet your requirements for hot-day, high-altitude operation - allows extra efficient operation in Hot Day Operation

The MD 530F's high altitude lift capability is achieved by main-rotor blades six inches longer than the MD 500E. The tailboom is extended eight inches and the tail rotor blades have been lengthened to provide increased thrust and directional control at high altitudes.

Certified: FAA & JAA for single pilot VFR

Engines: Rolls-Royce 250-C30

Main Rotor: Fully articulated 5 blades system

Anti-torque Control: NOTAR

Cruise Speed: 135 Knt (249 kph / 155 mph)

Useful Internal Load: 1,519 pounds

Maximum Altitude: 16,000 feet

Seats: 5

MD 500E

The MD 500E® helicopter delivers the highest speed, payload and productivity in its class. Rear seat passengers have greater headroom and visibility than earlier Model 500s. Refinements provide first class front and rear seating with ample legroom. The T-shaped instrument panel provides place for a full complement of modern avionics.

Certified: FAA & JAA for single pilot VFR

Engines: Rolls-Royce 250-C20B or C20R/2

Main Rotor: Fully articulated 5 blades system

Cruise Speed: 135 Knt (249 kph / 155 mph)

Useful Internal Load: 1,483 pounds

 Maximum Altitude: 16,000 feet

Seats: 5

Get In Touch

If you require more information on this aircraft please use the contact details below.

Stephen Boyce

Stephen Boyce

Aircraft Sales Leader

Based in Auckland

stephen.boyce@oal.nz
+64 21 540 460

Dan Egan

Dan Egan

Aircraft Sales Associate

Based in Australia

dan.egan@oal.nz
+61 408 697 778