Aircraft Snapshot
- Airframe ClassHelicopter
- Passenger Capacity7
- Max Range340 NM
- Normal Cruise Speed133 KTAS
- Useful Load2,300 lbs
Acquisition & Financing
- Est. Acquisition Cost (Used)$2.5M - $4.0M
- Est. Acquisition Cost (New)$4.5M - $5.0M
- Financing Profile / LiquidityHigh
Operating Costs
- EngineRolls-Royce 250-C47E/4
- Engine TBO2000 hrs
- Fuel TypeJet-A
- Fuel Efficiency45 GPH
- Direct Operating Cost$700 / hr
Financed Cost of Ownership
$33,138/mo
Estimated all-in monthly cost of ownership
- Financing Payment$30,221/mo
- Operating Cost (Est.)$2,917/mo
6.55% rate (Certified Piston), 15% down, 20-year term, 50 hrs/yr assumption.
Avionics
Garmin G1000H NXi
Ownership Analysis
The Bell 407GXi, introduced in 2019, is the latest version of Bell’s popular single-engine 407, powered by the Rolls-Royce M250-C47E/4 with dual-channel FADEC and Garmin G1000H NXi avionics. It builds on the 407’s long reputation for reliability and utility across private, corporate, tour, and EMS roles.
Current production keeps support strong and avionics current. Component life limits and engine maintenance programs remain the main ownership cost considerations, as they are for all turbine helicopters. Operating history (private, utility, EMS, or tour) should be considered alongside maintenance records.
The 407 family’s large fleet and strong demand support favorable collateral values. Helicopter financing is a specialty segment focused heavily on component times and engine program status.
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