1997 BELL 430
Starts from the median asking price of 29 comparable Bell Helicopter listings ($849,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time -3,504 hr vs comps +7.0%
- Engine time -1,399 hr vs comps +11.2%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (7% of comps) +10.1%
- ADS-B (45% of comps) +9.9%
- Market supply: 1 for sale of 27 FAA-registered +1.9%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Bell 430 |
|---|---|
| Type | Helicopter |
| Airframe time | 3,358 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,441 SNEW |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi |
| Avionics / Transponder | COMANT CI 105 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | PS PRD60 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | GARMIN GA 35 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
All new paint and interior 2024 Super soundproofing Upgraded avionics Dallas Texas based Professionally operated and maintained Privately owned Documents: - N40DP AcroHelipro Entry in log #1 2005.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844429&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzu4Jh3X770qukDHNdyG4K0I5S2LyJA1Csi3M1UAG0Iefw0Nnt%2bw%2fCfM5VVWmjJfCOA%3d - N40DP AcroHelipro Entry 2002 DOC.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844425&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzu3%2bsTvQ2n%2fbpCwf46jtQdstpI2vwNc763Ohy0W9zJ5wyLKrwfvYztsA7HNsW87B4o%3d - 20260716150602.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844423&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fztXP5zkFBkjI0AqykBB%2bZKYTUQcF3ryyYS23I19YzKBxEdoY%2fgPfvCokc3O%2bkTTH8M%3d - Weight & Balance 11-2024.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844404&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzvBpJzEL5Z5Nt%2fNiq7rGFzhmN80kRomzOe4BYFB5EjpK6cZ1q2ex%2fyZztZPXER6mtg%3d - Weight & Balance 10-2024.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844401&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzsnz5Qwl%2bOfSyX6HTsqq%2f5TAEk6L4HPVVpl%2fr0CdDDWiIGeiihCNQpw0vLdR8XcW0o%3d - Insp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844397&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzvBVJXLmeAPqx5UU2LSCKK08roSUlbhLiDGTBsRoASAoS6WRYCE4IE16PHLBd8OYI0%3d - Equipment List 11-2024.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844395&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzswj9uZz1vnBPMoqOrQh31TimAiiVJgY%2bTnAYrP%2fiTfCEdrEuP81SYerzasImNGiWU%3d - Equipment List 10-2024.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844391&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzvXXs0Oz7u54lNQhsGauWzkl14cFVTXLpEXZBwhxJCP7dAv7XduqFFqI6iq3NgQJSU%3d - AF Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844384&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzuqGiE%2b9TfzFil%2bmKIHQ%2b0Z3TPsfloIBmOZIrZ8VNhdt0WepPXVupckfFi2AGnFTXI%3d - #2 Eng Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844363&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzt9GY%2fT%2fHTLl4tdf3wkP2bEqH%2fScz0ijBI3v%2b34evJN%2fFvYx2vq3m9bSooIXZbz7TA%3d - #1 Eng Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11042844361&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=KE%2b56L2b%2fzu0foZSkmQTXtECxUO1ih1mDjEJI%2fCukC6HEq9l7QDXPnb91A5oy9hOi3dP8McwkaE%3d
Modifications
Super soundproofing
Avionics
GTN-750Xi GPS/NAV/COMM CI 122 COMM 1 Antenna GA 35 GPS 1 Antenna GTN-635Xi GPS/NAV/COMM CI 122 COMM 2 Antenna GA 35 GPS 2 Antenna GTX-345R Transponder CI 105 Transponder Antenna PMA700H-BT Audio Panel PRD60 Aural Warning 4 GSB-15 USB Charging Ports
Recommended avionics upgrades
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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Documents
- 📄 N40DP AcroHelipro Entry in log #1 2005.pdf
- 📄 N40DP AcroHelipro Entry 2002 DOC.pdf
- 📄 20260716150602.pdf
- 📄 Weight & Balance 11-2024.pdf
- 📄 Weight & Balance 10-2024.pdf
- 📄 Insp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf
- 📄 Equipment List 11-2024.pdf
- 📄 Equipment List 10-2024.pdf
- 📄 AF Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf
- 📄 #2 Eng Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf
- 📄 #1 Eng Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf
General
| Year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BELL |
| Model | 430 |
| Serial Number | 49035 |
| Registration # | N40DP |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | KDAL |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,358 |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | ROLLS ROYCE |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | CAE-844070 |
| Engine 1 Time | 2,441 SNEW |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | ROLLS ROYCE |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | CAE-844073 |
| Engine 2 Time | 2,394 SNEW |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| Artificial Horizon | Yes |
| Auto Pilot | Yes |
| ELT | Yes |
| Traffic Avoidance System | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | GTN-750Xi GPS/NAV/COMM CI 122 COMM 1 Antenna GA 35 GPS 1 Antenna GTN-635Xi GPS/NAV/COMM CI 122 COMM 2 Antenna GA 35 GPS 2 Antenna GTX-345R Transponder CI 105 Transponder Antenna PMA700H-BT Audio Panel PRD60 Aural Warning 4 GSB-15 USB Charging Ports |
Additional Equipment
| Dual Controls | Yes |
|---|---|
| A/C | Yes |
| Baggage Compartment | Yes |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Super soundproofing |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Corporate |
| Number of Seats | 7 |
| Soundproofing | Yes |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Door Type | Hinged |
Inspection Status
| Airworthy | Yes |
|---|
Service Logs
| Miscellaneous | N40DP AcroHelipro Entry in log #1 2005.pdf N40DP AcroHelipro Entry 2002 DOC.pdf 20260716150602.pdf Weight & Balance 11-2024.pdf Weight & Balance 10-2024.pdf Insp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf Equipment List 11-2024.pdf Equipment List 10-2024.pdf AF Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf #2 Eng Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf #1 Eng Comp Status N40DP 07-2026A.pdf |
|---|
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