BELL 230 Price and Operating Costs
Specifications
The BELL 230, production in 1992 – 1995, requires a two man crew and can be configured in 5 seats. Maximum operating altitude of 20,000′, a optimal cruise speed of 142 knots/163 MPH, and a 286 NM/329 SM seats-full range. The BELL 230 has a 00′ runway length (or runway plus clearway and/or stopway) and 00′ actual landing distance required. Cabin specifications: 04’09” cabin high, 04’09” cabin wide, and 06’09” cabin long. Maximum luggage capacity of 40.00 ft^3; 03.00 ft^3 being internal and 37.00 ft^3 being external.
Pricing
Average price for used aircraft BELL 230 is $845,000.00. A $422,500.00 loan over 10 years including $1760.42 per month in interest equates to a $21,185.72 per-month payment. Based on 450 hours a year and fuel cost at $4.25 per-gallon, the BELL 230 has total variable costs of $566,978.62, total fixed costs of $269,970.00, and hypothetical summary cost of $836,948.62. How much does it cost to fly: $1,859.89 per hour.
Maximal total range:
286 NM / 329 SM
Cruise speed:
142 knots / 163 MPH
Average price:
$845,000.00
Number of passengers:
5 people
BELL 230 |
Flying 450 Hours per Year |
| Owner-operated hours | 450 |
| Charter-operated hours | – |
| Fuel Cost per-gallon | $4.25 |
| Fixed operation and maintenance cost | $269,970.00 |
| Variable operation and maintenance cost | $566,978.62 |
| How much does a helicopter cost per year | $836,948.62 |
| Cost per hour | $1,859.89 |