MD 500C Price and Operating Costs
Specifications
The MD 500C, production in 1972 – 1976, requires a one man crew and can be configured in 3 seats. Maximum operating altitude of 16,000′, a optimal cruise speed of 131 knots/151 MPH, and a 268 NM/309 SM seats-full range. The MD 500C has a 00′ runway length (or runway plus clearway and/or stopway) and 00′ actual landing distance required. Cabin specifications: 04’04” cabin high, 04’06” cabin wide, and 03’06” cabin long. Maximum luggage capacity of 10.00 ft^3; 10.00 ft^3 being internal and N/A ft^3 being external.
Pricing
Average price for used aircraft MD 500C is $225,000.00. A $112,500.00 loan over 10 years including $468.75 per month in interest equates to a $5,641.17 per-month payment. Based on 450 hours a year and fuel cost at $4.25 per-gallon, the MD 500C has total variable costs of $263,160.00, total fixed costs of $141,410.00, and hypothetical summary cost of $404,570.00. How much does it cost to fly: $899.04 per hour.
Maximal total range:
268 NM / 309 SM
Cruise speed:
131 knots / 151 MPH
Average price:
$225,000.00
Number of passengers:
3 people
MD 500C |
Flying 450 Hours per Year |
| Owner-operated hours | 450 |
| Charter-operated hours | – |
| Fuel Cost per-gallon | $4.25 |
| Fixed operation and maintenance cost | $141,410.00 |
| Variable operation and maintenance cost | $263,160.00 |
| How much does a helicopter cost per year | $404,570.00 |
| Cost per hour | $899.04 |