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1995 MD HELICOPTERS 520N
Starts from the median asking price of 117 comparable Helicopter listings ($479,139), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +3,817 hr vs comps -7.6%
- Modern GPS navigator (25% of comps) +11.2%
- ADS-B (41% of comps) +8.8%
- Market supply: 2 for sale of 27 FAA-registered -1.5%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | MD HELICOPTERS 520N |
|---|---|
| Type | Helicopter |
| Airframe time | 7,534 hrs |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | Garmin G500H |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
N952SD is an exceptionally well-equipped and well-presented example of the MD520N. Featuring a Garmin avionics suite, including the G500H EFIS, a 21 USG auxiliary fuel tank, dual controls, a rotor brake, and newly installed seats and carpets (July 2026), this aircraft offers outstanding capability and comfort. Combined with excellent remaining component times, N952SD presents a superb opportunity to acquire an iconic and versatile helicopter equally suited to VIP or utility operations.
Modifications
Extended Landing Gear Rotor Brake Paravion Door Openers Inlet Particle Separator Rain Gutters Dual Controls Concorde Lead Acid Battery 21 USG Aux Fuel Tank LED Landing Light Concorde Lead Acid Battery Tech Tool Windows with Snap Vents X4 Dual Controls Rapid Release Cabin Door Hinges Rapid Release Engine Door Hinges
Avionics
Garmin G500H EFIS system Garmin GNS430 GPS/Nav/Com Garmin GTR225 VHF Com Garmin GTX345 transponder Garmin GSB15 USB power supply PMA405B Audio Panel Artex ME406HM ELT Bendix King Radar Altimeter United Instruments Dual Scale Altimeter United Instruments IVSI Davtron OAT Diamond J Analogue/Digital TOT Indicator 4 Place Intercom Crew Nexus Sockets
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MD HELICOPTERS |
| Model | 520N |
| Serial Number | LN073 |
| Registration # | N952SD |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,534 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | ROLLS ROYCE 250C20R |
|---|
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| ELT | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G500H EFIS system Garmin GNS430 GPS/Nav/Com Garmin GTR225 VHF Com Garmin GTX345 transponder Garmin GSB15 USB power supply PMA405B Audio Panel Artex ME406HM ELT Bendix King Radar Altimeter United Instruments Dual Scale Altimeter United Instruments IVSI Davtron OAT Diamond J Analogue/Digital TOT Indicator 4 Place Intercom Crew Nexus Sockets |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Extended Landing Gear Rotor Brake Paravion Door Openers Inlet Particle Separator Rain Gutters Dual Controls Concorde Lead Acid Battery 21 USG Aux Fuel Tank LED Landing Light Concorde Lead Acid Battery Tech Tool Windows with Snap Vents X4 Dual Controls Rapid Release Cabin Door Hinges Rapid Release Engine Door Hinges |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
Inspection Status
| Airworthy | Yes |
|---|
Previous listing for N952SD
1995 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS 500N
- Then asking
- $475k
- Airframe
- 7,534 hrs
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Last flight
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