Bell 430

The twin-engine helicopter built for executive and offshore missions.

Overview

Bell United States ICAO: B430 1996–2008 Active $8 million

The Bell 430 is a twin-engine helicopter introduced in the mid-1990s. Designed for executive transport and offshore support, it offered increased performance over earlier models. Production concluded in the late 2000s.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
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Engine type
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Power
783 hp · 584 kW
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Avionics
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
8
Crew
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Cabin width
4 ft 10 in  ·  1.47 m
Cabin height
4 ft 9 in  ·  1.45 m
Cabin length
7 ft 9 in  ·  2.36 m
Exterior length
50 ft 3 in  ·  15.32 m
Tail height
13 ft 1 in  ·  4.00 m
Fuselage diameter
4 ft 11 in  ·  1.50 m
Wing span
42 ft 0 in  ·  12.80 m
Baggage volume
39 ft³  ·  1.1 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
9,300 lb  ·  4,200 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
3,950 lb  ·  1,800 kg
Fuel capacity
190 gal · 700 L · 600 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
140 kt  ·  161 mph  ·  259 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
352 nm  ·  410 mi  ·  650 km
Fuel burn
1.87 nm/gal  ·  0.91 km/L
Ceiling
14,600 ft  ·  4,500 m
Rate of climb
1,350 ft/min  ·  7 m/s
Takeoff distance
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Landing distance
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Operational Context

Bell 430 — twin-engine medium helicopter

The Bell 430 first flew in 1994 and entered service in 1996. It features a four-blade rotor system and upgraded avionics. The helicopter was developed to provide improved range and cabin comfort.

Powered by two Rolls-Royce 250 turboshaft engines producing approximately 650 shaft horsepower each, the 430 cruises at around 150 knots (278 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 9,000 pounds (4,082 kg). The cabin typically seats up to eight passengers.

The Bell 430 served corporate and offshore operators worldwide. Production ended as newer Bell models replaced it. The aircraft remains in service in select fleets.