1988


McDonnell Douglas MD520N

Derived from md500






McDonnell Douglas MD520N

The MD520N is a member of the NOTAR (No Tail Rotor) family

As of 2023, there are 85 MD520N helicopters flying worldwide.


Specifications MD520N


Engine 1 x Allison 250-C20R 450 shp
Capacity 1 + 5
Length (m) 9.78
Height (m) 2.74
Blades 5
Rotor diam. (m) 8.33
Disc area (m2) 54.5
Weight (kgs) Empty: 742     Max: 1520
Speed (km/h) Cruise: 250     Max: 282
Range (km) 430
Ceiling (m) 4300
Rate/Climb (m/min) 564
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  Derivatives & Versions of MD520N


ModelYearHistory
MDh MD600N

1995
1995 The MD 600N is a stretched eight-seat development of the five-seat MD 520N NOTAR helicopter. Originally envisioned as the McDonnell Douglas MD6 ...



  List of Operators of MD520N


Years Model Org
1991-    usa State of Arizona
1992-    usa State of California
1999-    belgium Federale Politie / Police Fédérale
1999-    usa MD Helicopters
2011-    new zealand Heliventures New Zealand Ltd
2018-    new zealand Southland Helicopters



  Global Distribution of MD520N



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