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MD 600N for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$1 000 – $1 500
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Aircraft Info

Model:
MD 600N
Family:
MD Helicopters MD 600
Manufacturer:
MD Helicopters
Aircraft Class:
Helicopter
ICAO/IATA Codes:
MD60
Number Built:
90
Single Pilot Operations:
Yes
  • Popularity40
  • Reliability70
  • Comfort35

Performance

Service Ceiling:
16 001 ft 4 877 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
4 101 lbs 1 860 kg
Engine Type:
1× Turboshaft
Typical Engine:
1 x Rolls-Royce250-C47M
Long Range Cruise Speed:
121 kts 225 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
143 kts 265 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
2.9 h
Max Range:
350 nmi 648 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
375 lb/h 170 kg/h
Max Payload:
1 543 lbs 700 kg

MD 600N Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
5
Sleeping Places:
0

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
10.5 ft 3.2 m
Aircraft Length:
32.32 ft 9.85 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 MD 600N

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$1 000 – $1 500

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
$3.15M – $3.85M
Pre-owned Price Range
$900 000 – $2.2M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$9.26
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$480 – $760
Annual Cost of Ownership
$302 000 – $466 000
Cost per Seat-Mile
$1.29 – $1.93

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$124 000
At 350 hours
$217 000

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$167 000
At 350 hours
$167 000

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MD 600N Description

Imagine slicing through the sky with hardly any noise, all thanks to the MD 600N's cutting-edge NOTAR system. Forget about the usual noisy tail rotors; this helicopter skips the loud blades for a safer, smoother, and way quieter ride by controlling air circulation. It's a total game-changer, especially for flying in cities or doing wildlife surveys where being stealthy is key. You can cruise comfortably at 250 km/h, covering long distances without needing to stop for fuel all the time – it has a practical max range of 648 kilometers, which is perfect for hopping between regions or connecting remote places easily. When you step inside, the MD 600N is surprisingly spacious, fitting up to five people. It feels way bigger than you'd expect for its size, giving you awesome headroom and great views through big windows. Imagine spotting wildlife or taking in beautiful landscapes with nearly a full 360-degree view – it makes ordinary travel feel special. The pilot also gets fantastic visibility, which adds to safety and control during tricky maneuvers. Here, practicality meets smart design. In a helicopter this size, 'luxury' means making the most of space and comfort, and the MD 600N nails it. The cabin layout is all about making it easy for passengers to move around. It’s incredibly agile, able to land in tight spots that bigger aircraft can’t reach, which makes it perfect for executive travel, emergency medical services, or law enforcement that needs quick responses. With its innovative engineering, impressive range, and versatile cabin, the MD 600N stands out as a surprisingly capable and comfortable workhorse, ready for any mission that demands top performance along with a touch of unexpected comfort.

Strengths

  • Access to suitable landing sites
  • Flexible local transport

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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