McDonnell Douglas MD-900 Private Jet Charter
The McDonnell Douglas MD-900 Explorer is a light twin-engine eight-seat helicopter produced by MD Helicopters, Inc., based in Mesa, Arizona. Introduced in December 1994, the MD-900 Explorer is the initial production model, which has been built largely from composite materials and is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207A turboshaft engines. The MD-900 Explorer is fitted with the NOTAR yaw control system, five-bladed bearingless main rotor, digital avionics including FADEC, diagnostics and an Integrated Instrument Display System (IIDS). The MD 900 Explorer is able to satisfy a wide range of mission requirements demanded from a light utility helicopter, including passengers/VIP transportation, emergency medical services, law enforcement missions, and offshore transportation.
Aircraft category
Helicopter
Typical Seating
6
Price per hour
2,500
Nautical miles
189

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McDonnell Douglas MD-900 Private Charter Flights and Prices
The McDonnell Douglas MD-900 Explorer is a light twin-engine eight-seat helicopter produced by MD Helicopters, Inc., based in Mesa, Arizona. Introduced in December 1994, the MD-900 Explorer is the initial production model, which has been built largely from composite materials and is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207A turboshaft engines. The MD-900 Explorer is fitted with the NOTAR yaw control system, five-bladed bearingless main rotor, digital avionics including FADEC, diagnostics and an Integrated Instrument Display System (IIDS). The MD 900 Explorer is able to satisfy a wide range of mission requirements demanded from a light utility helicopter, including passengers/VIP transportation, emergency medical services, law enforcement missions, and offshore transportation.


The average hourly rental rate of the McDonnell Douglas MD-900 is around 2,500 USD per hour.
The average purchase price of a pre-owned McDonnell Douglas MD-900 is 2,747,000 USD.
Aircraft Size
| Aircraft size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 38.8 ft | 11.83 m |
| Wing Span | 33.8 ft | 10.3 m |
| Height | 12 ft | 3.66 m |
| Bag. Capacity | 49 ft³ | 0 m³ |
Cabin Size
| Cabin size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 6.23 ft | 1.9 m |
| Width | 4.76 ft | 1.45 m |
| Height | 4.1 ft | 1.25 m |
| Area | 121.48 ft³ | 3.44 m³ |
Aircraft Seats
| Layout | Seats |
|---|---|
| Max Seating | 7 |
| Typical Seating | 6 |
| Pilots | 2 |
Average Prices
| Costs | USD | EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase New | - | - |
| Purchase Used | 2,747,000 USD | 2,747,000 EUR |
| Hourly rate | 2,500 USD/hour | 2,500 EUR/hour |
Performance Specifications
| Performance | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| IFR Range | 189 nm | 350 km |
| Cruise Speed | 152 KTAS | 282 km/h |
| Certified Ceiling | 20000 ft | 6096 m |
| Rate of Climb | 2760 ft/m | 841 m/m |
| Takeoff Distance | 50 ft | 15 m |
| Landing Distance | 50 ft | 15 m |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 6790 lbs | 3080 kg |
| Max Landing Weight | 6790 lbs | 3080 kg |
| Useful Weight | 3576 lbs | 1622 kg |
| Payload with Full Fuel | 2565 lbs | 1163 kg |




