Strengths
- Access to suitable landing sites
- Flexible local transport
Enstrom 480 for charter
Charter Enstrom 480 – explore specs, range, speed, dimensions & compare with similar private jets
Charter Price per Hour$800 – $1 100
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- Model:
- Enstrom 480
- Family:
- Enstrom Helicopter
- Manufacturer:
- Enstrom Helicopter Corporation
- Aircraft Class:
- Helicopter
- ICAO/IATA Codes:
- EN48
- Number Built:
- 250
- Single Pilot Operations:
- Yes
Performance
- Service Ceiling:
- 15 000 ft 4 572 m
- Max Takeoff Weight:
- 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg
- Engine Type:
- 1× Turboshaft
- Typical Engine:
- 1 x Rolls-Royce 250-C20W
- Long Range Cruise Speed:
- 100 kts 185 km/h
- Max Cruise Speed:
- 116 kts 215 km/h
Range & Payload
- Estimated Max Flight Time:
- 3.8 h
- Max Range:
- 378 nmi 700 km
- Fuel Burn Rate:
- 209 lb/h 95 kg/h
- Max Payload:
- 992 lbs 450 kg
Enstrom 480 Cabin Plan
- Max passengers:
- 5
- Sleeping Places:
- 0
Airframe
- Aircraft Height:
- 9.51 ft 2.9 m
- Aircraft Length:
- 30.18 ft 9.2 m
- Cabin Zones:
- 1 main passenger cabin behind cockpit, with rows or facing VIP seats; separate aft baggage area as fitted
- Doors:
- Side passenger access with separate crew doors where fitted; baggage/loading access varies by variant; no galley service door in typical charter layout
- Baggage Compartment:
- Cabin and/or aft baggage stowage; operator confirms usable dimensions and allowance
- Airstairs:
- No airliner-style stairs; skid or fixed/portable boarding step as fitted
Charter Costs for the Enstrom 480
Price per Hour
- Charter Price per Hour
- $800 – $1 100
Owning Price
- Buying Price (new)
- $1.62M – $1.98M
- Pre-owned Price Range
- $700 000 – $1.5M
Charter Costs
- Cost per NM
- $8.58
- Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
- $330 – $510
- Annual Cost of Ownership
- $248 000 – $376 000
- Cost per Seat-Mile
- $1.26 – $1.73
Total Annual Variable Costs
- At 200 hours
- $84 000
- At 350 hours
- $147 000
Total Fixed Cost
- At 200 hours
- $165 000
- At 350 hours
- $165 000
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Enstrom 480 Description
Think turbine performance meets the practicality of a piston? The Enstrom 480 is here to flip the script. This agile helicopter really punches above its weight by giving you turbine reliability and smooth handling without the usual high price tag. Forget about tiny cabins; step inside and you’ll find a surprisingly roomy five-seat layout. That’s right – you can easily take four friends along, whether you’re heading out for a client meeting in a remote spot or exploring rough terrains with family. It’s genuinely a five-person chopper, not some half-baked solution. Performance isn’t just about the stats; it’s about the freedom it gives you. The 480 has an impressive 700-kilometer range, which means you can connect regional hubs or hop between coastal cities without worrying about fuel all the time. Picture yourself flying nonstop from Chicago to St. Louis or covering big stretches of coastline. It climbs quickly to get you above the clouds and keeps a smooth ride even when other choppers struggle. Plus, the cabin stays surprisingly quiet, making it easy to chat naturally. Built around a rugged Rolls-Royce (previously known as Allison) 250 turbine engine, the 480 offers the reliability that operators expect. Maintenance is straightforward, and it’s built tough for demanding jobs, whether you’re working offshore, in mountainous areas, or landing in tricky spots. The unique fenestron tail rotor isn’t just for safety; it cuts down on noise and vibration, making the ride even better for passengers. Plus, there’s plenty of space for your luggage or gear for a weekend trip. For pilots, it’s a blast to fly. The precise controls and predictable handling make you feel confident, whether you’re navigating busy city skies or performing delicate maneuvers. The 480 gives you turbine performance without the complicated operation. It strikes the perfect balance: real capability in an easy-to-handle, cost-effective package. If you need a versatile, dependable, and really comfortable turbine helicopter that won’t cost a fortune to operate, the Enstrom 480 is definitely worth a look. It’s the practical turbine solution that truly delivers.
Weaknesses
- Limited cabin and baggage space
- Payload varies with mission fuel and fitted equipment
Best use cases
- Local transfers
- Sightseeing or utility work
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