Bell 230 Private Charter Flights and Prices
The Bell 230 is a twin-engine light utility helicopter designed and manufactured by Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. of the USA. The Bell 230 is a development of the Bell 222 with two Allison 250-C30-G2 turboshaft engines plus other upgraded features including optional skid or wheel undercarriage. The Bell 230 could accommodate up to 8 passengers, including one or two pilots, with six passenger seats fitted to the rear cabin. Production ceased in 1995 with 38 having been built, being superseded by the upgraded stretched, more powerful Bell 430.
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Aircraft Size
| Aircraft Size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 42.50 ft | 12.95 m |
| Rotor Diameter | 42.00 ft | 12.80 m |
| Height | 12.10 ft | 3.69 m |
| Bag. Capacity | 37 ft³ | 1 m³ |
Cabin Size
| Cabin Size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 6.80 ft | 2.07 m |
| Width | 4.60 ft | 1.40 m |
| Height | 4.30 ft | 1.31 m |
| Area | 136 ft³ | 4 m³ |
Aircraft Seats
| Layout | Seats |
|---|---|
| Max Seating | 7 |
| Typical Seating | 5 |
| Pilots | 1 |
Average Prices
| Costs | USD | EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase New | - | - |
| Purchase Used | - | - |
| Charter Rate | 2,500 USD/hour | 2,500 EUR/hour |
Performance Specifications
| Performance | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| IFR Range | 301 nm | 557 km |
| Cruise Speed | 137 KTAS | 254 km/h |
| Certified Ceiling | 15,000 ft | 4,572 m |
| Rate of Climb | 1,580 ft/m | 482 m/m |
| Takeoff Distance | 50 ft | 15 m |
| Landing Distance | 50 ft | 15 m |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 8,400 lbs | 3,810 kg |
| Max Landing Weight | 8,400 lbs | 3,810 kg |
| Useful Weight | - lbs | - kg |
| Payload with Full Fuel | 550 lbs | 249 kg |
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