Category: Helicopters

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“Fully Operational” Airbus Super Puma Spotted For Sale

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A 1982 Airbus AS-332 B1 Super Puma touted as “the Super Puma with the fewest hours in the world” has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

TT: 2347:20; Engine N1, MAKILA 1A1 TT: 1,764:05; Engine N2, MAKILA 1A1 TT: 2,621:35; (Engine overhaul at3,000:00); last “T”inspection was Sep-09; All logs available; last time flew April2010, since that time it was sitting waiting for inspection. Mechanically it is fully operational, but need Inspection. It can be use for firefighter or aerial crane services, it can load 9,250 Lbs. If not interest in whole Helicopter it will be part out, let me know what do you need. Engine $250,000 ea (OBO), Remain 1,230 and 370 Hours; Main Blades $70,000 ea (OBO), Remain 17,000 hours; Tail Blades $ 15,000 ea (OBO), Remain 18,000 Hours

The machine is is located in Houston, Texas and is being offered for US $800,000, although the listing stresses that “all offers will be considered.” Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes a number of additional photos.

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For Sale: Westland Lynx Airframe With Former Film Use

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A Westland Lynx airframe reportedly featured in the 2014 Tom Cruise film Edge of Tomorrow has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This lynx AH7 airframe was one of 2 used in the film Edge of Tomorrow. The prop comes as the photos show but without the sign. It’s has a fabricated mounting for 4 main rotor blades, these can be purchased separately.

The airframe is located in Guildford, UK and is currently being offered for £8,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes additional photos and details.

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Bell UH-1H Airframe Offered For Sale

A Bell UH-1H airframe has been spotted for sale. Details are extremely limited, although the listing is accompanied by a number of photos detailing the interior and exterior of the section. It is located in Fargo, North Dakota and is being offered for US $38,750, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Restored, “Museum Ready” UH-1H Huey Airframe Offered For Sale

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A 1966 UH-1H Huey airframe in “restored condition” (S/N 66-1080) is currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

The helicopter is an in and out restoration project. The interior was redone to medevac with litter configuration (stretcher not included). The exterior has been repainted and stenciled as well. Potential buyers, please know that this aircraft does not come with data plate or maintenance records, it can’t be made to fly and is for static purposes only. I went through this aircraft over period of several months to achieve its current state and have done many hours of work… The aircraft is ready to put in a museum or use at a parade… The aircraft has many of its components with the exception of some non visible components and the engine. I have one available that can be installed at additional cost. The transmission is installed. The helicopter comes with both sets of main and tail rotor blades.

The Huey is located in Holiday, Florida and is currently available for US $60,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Westland Lynx Cockpit Project Offered For Sale

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A Westland Lynx cockpit section project has hit the market.

The Lynx is a multi-purpose twin-engine battlefield helicopter which was introduced in 1978 and went on to serve with UK, German, South Korean and French forces (among others), seeing action in the Falklands conflict, the Gulf War, etc. The type was retired by the Royal Navy and British Army in 2017-18.

Details about the section are scarce, although a number of photos accompany the listing. The cockpit is located in Preston, UK and is currently available for £2,995. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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For Sale: Restored Bell 47 D-1, Screen Used Star of M*A*S*H* TV Series

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1951 Bell 47 D-1 S/N 263 (N5167V), star of the famous TV show M.A.S.H., has hit the market.

The machine was originally constructed by Bell in July 1951 and went on to see use as a U.S. Navy trainer. In 1958 it became surplus and was acquired by Adrian Grieve in 1972, who rebuilt it to Bell specifications and received a Standard Airworthiness Certificate in 1973. ​

S/N 263 was used in various action movies. Its most notable role was starring in the hit television show M.A.S.H. In the opening scene where two helicopters are flying formation, 263 is closest to the camera, In the second scene, 263 is the second helicopter on approach to the landing pads. During the ten years that M.A.S.H. was filmed, 263 was utilized many times both as set dressing and in flying scenes. 263 was utilized in the final departure scene of the final episode, one of the most watched TV episodes of all time.

Folloing the conclusion of the series, 263 was sold and used for crop dusting and cattle counting. It was then sold to the current owner who restored it back to its original M.A.S.H. TV show configuration. The machine is locate in Reno, Nevada and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“One of the Best Bell 47s in Europe” Offered For Sale

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A Bell 47 G4 helicopter described as “one of the best Bell 47s in Europe” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

This aircraft has been maintained regardless of cost. Fabulous component times particularly the Main Blades, See component schedule. Turns heads where ever she goes. Full recent logs on request, Engine Lycoming O-540 on GR24. Air frame has complete 6450 hours and engine has complete 1050 hours, with recent top end overhaul. Maintained regardless of cost. Garmin 8.33, Mode S transponder and Audio Panel. Annual due Jan 2021. Totally corrosion free. Authentic and original, litters (for carrying the wounded), and wheels for ground handling. Complete with MASH cap and MASHED Helmet. Local collection only please.

The machine is located in Hull, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £100,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Restored, Museum Condition, Static” UH-1H/205 Huey Offered For Sale

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A “restored, museum condition” 1966 UH-1H Huey in Medevac configuration has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

The helicopter is an in and out restoration project, in Medevac configuration, the interior was stripped, repainted and re assembled with some newer components and seats, (I can offer litter setup with purchase) the exterior has been completely repainted as well and new letters painted. Potential buyers, please know that this aircraft does not come with data plate or maintenance records, it can’t be made to fly so please don’t ask what it takes to be flyable, is for static purposes only… The aircraft is ready to put in a museum or use at a parade… The aircraft has many of its components, there are some not visible components not installed but, all visible are there for complete static display. The transmission is installed and the engine will be included with the purchase. The helicopter comes with both sets of main and tail rotor blades, i will leave them removed for transportation purposes though…

The Huey is located in Holiday, Florida and is currently being offered for US $70,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Bell 47 D1 Helicopter With “Many Low Time Parts” Offered For Sale

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A Bell 47 D1 helicopter described as “ideal for spares or repairs” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Dynamic roll over; Ideal for repair or spare parts; Complete log book Included; Skid Baskets; last flown August 2019; new seat harness; Serial #22; One of the original Bells to be made; Low time Franklin engine; Low time Jet ranger Tail Rotor gear box; Tail Boom – slight damage; recently overhauled oil temp pressure gauge; overhauled carburettor; viewing essential to determine condition many low time parts.

The machine is located in Rhyl, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £9,995, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Only Westland Gazelle on US Registry” Offered For Sale

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A 1983 Westland Gazelle 341AH-MK1, described as the “only one on US registry” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

1983 Westland Gazelle, 341AH-MK1, 10124 TTAF, 1132 TSOH engine. Great times remaining on all components, Have time sheet for interested parties. Modern panel and radios, transponder, etc. Has the landing gear fairings. Very rare Westland Gazelle, only one currently on the USA Registry, N registered. FAA Approved AIP in place. Will need; TT Straps, condition inspection, track and balance, a good going over, and then the airworthiness cert can be issued. Complete, starts, runs, Borescope pics available. Comes with lots of parts, 3 extra engines in various conditions, 2 extra rotor heads, 2 MGB, 3 IGB, 3 TGB, TGB OH kit, extra tanks, electrics, gauges, gaskets, Bullet-proof seats, cowlings, etc, etc, etc. Will not separate. Books and books of maintenance manuals.

The machine is located in York, Pennsylvania and is currently being offered for US $225,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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