Bell 429

The light twin helicopter built for corporate and emergency missions.

Overview

Bell United States ICAO: B429 2007–Present Active $7.5 million (2014)

The Bell 429 is a light twin-engine helicopter designed for corporate transport, emergency medical services, and utility roles. Introduced in the late 2000s, it emphasizes smooth performance and advanced avionics. The aircraft has achieved widespread adoption across civil markets.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207D1/D2
Engine type
Turboshaft
Power
2 × 720 shp · 537 kW
Avionics
Garmin GTN-650/750
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
7
Crew
—
Cabin width
4 ft 11 in  ·  1.50 m
Cabin height
4 ft 1 in  ·  1.25 m
Cabin length
9 ft 10 in  ·  2.99 m
Exterior length
43 ft 0 in  ·  13.10 m
Tail height
13 ft 3 in  ·  4.04 m
Fuselage diameter
5 ft 9 in  ·  1.75 m
Wing span
36 ft 1 in  ·  11.00 m
Baggage volume
71 ft³  ·  2.0 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
8,000 lb  ·  3,650 kg
Max landing weight
—
Max payload
3,250 lb  ·  1,500 kg
Fuel capacity
220 gal · 800 L · 700 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
150 kt  ·  173 mph  ·  278 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
—
Range
386 nm  ·  440 mi  ·  710 km
Fuel burn
1.86 nm/gal  ·  0.91 km/L
Ceiling
20,000 ft  ·  6,100 m
Rate of climb
2,000 ft/min  ·  10 m/s
Takeoff distance
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Landing distance
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Operational Context

Bell 429 — light twin-engine utility helicopter

The Bell 429 first flew in 2007 and entered service in 2009. It was developed to meet evolving safety standards requiring twin-engine performance in certain missions. The helicopter features a four-blade main rotor and spacious cabin relative to its weight class.

Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207D1 turboshaft engines producing approximately 635 shaft horsepower each, the Bell 429 cruises at around 150 knots (278 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 7,500 pounds (3,402 kg). The cabin typically accommodates six to seven occupants depending on configuration.

The Bell 429 serves air ambulance operators, corporate clients, and law enforcement agencies. Its glass cockpit and smooth ride characteristics have contributed to its popularity. The aircraft remains in active production with global operators.