They are more expensive than huge mansions.
Helicopters are a special kind of equipment. They allow not only to move through the air, but to get to the most remote corners where the plane can neither sit nor fly. The helicopters, which are collected in this overview are the most expensive in the world and fly them only the rich and famous. They can be compared only to that of “five star hotels”.
1. Eurocopter EC135
$ 4.2 million
Range: 635 km
Cruising speed: 254 km/h
The Eurocopter EC135 is one of the most beautiful helicopters built by the legendary company Airbus. This two-cylinder civilian light utility helicopter can reach a top speed of 259 km/h and its range is 620 km. the Interior of this helicopter made by world renowned luxurious fashion manufacturer Hermes. EC135 is widely used for first aid and for military operations and training. The estimated cost of the helicopter is $ 4.2 million.
2. Eurocopter EC145
$ 5.5 million
Range: 680 km
Cruising speed: 246 km/h
The Eurocopter EC145 is a multi – purpose helicopter. He is considered one of the best helicopters with two engines of medium size. In the EC145 was enhanced rotor blades that reduce noise and vibration. It can reach a top speed of 268 km/h and has a flight range of 680 km. the helicopter can carry up to 9 passengers along with two crew members. In addition, it is widely used for passenger transport, emergency services, search and rescue and utility services.
3. AgustaWestland AW109
$ 6.3 million
Range: 932 km
Cruising speed: 285 km/h
AgustaWestland AW109 is a twin-engine, light helicopter manufactured in cooperation with Italian and British companies. The production of this helicopter began in 1971 and it was introduced in 1976. The helicopter is widely used by military services worldwide. Its main users are the Italian army, air force of South Africa, the Swiss rescue aviation, air force of the Royal New Zealand and many others.
4. Eurocopter EC175
$ 7.9 million
Range: 1259,36 km
Cruising speed: 300 km/h
Eurocopter EC175, also known as the Airbus H175, a helicopter of the middle class created by Airbus Helicopters. This helicopter was manufactured in 2008 and was certified three years later for civilian use for transportation. EC175 is equipped with a digital engine control system and has a rotor with five blades.
5. Airbus Helicopters H155
$ 10 million
Range: 857 km
Cruise speed: 324 km/h
The Eurocopter EC155 is a long – range helicopter with two engines, which can carry 13 passengers and a pilot. EC155 was introduced to the market in 1999, and the name of the helicopter was renamed H155 in accordance with the rebranding of Eurocopter to Airbus Helicopters. This helicopter is sold as passenger transport, VIP corporate transport and sea transport, but is widely used by military services around the world.
6. AgustaWestland AW139
$ 12 million
Range: 1250 km
Cruising speed: 206 km/h
AgustaWestland AW139 is a medium helicopter range with double engine manufactured by AgustaWestland. The AW139 was first introduced in 2003 as a VIP transport, Maritime transport, and transport for fire-fighting, law enforcement, search and rescue operations. Since this helicopter was originally developed by Bell and Agusta Helicopters, and it was called Agusta-Bell. The main users of this helicopter are the Irish air corps, the UAE air force, the air force of Qatar, CHC Helicopter Corporation.
7. Sikorsky S-76C
$ 13 million
Flight distance: 832 km
Cruise speed: 287 km/h
Sikorsky S-76C is a mid – size commercial helicopter manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation. The production of S-76C began in 1977, and the unit received are at that time outstanding function as the Twin Turboshaft engines, four-bladed main rotor and retractable landing gears. S-76C is used by many famous people including the Royal family of England and the President of the United States Donald trump.
8. Bell 525 Relentless
$ 15 million
Range: 926 km
Cruise speed: 287 km/h
Bell 525 – invention of the American helicopter company Bell Helicopters. This medium size helicopter was built using a specific composition of metal and can reach a top speed of 296 km/h. the Helicopter operates steam engines GE CT7-2F1 Turboshaft, and its main rotor has five blades. 525 Relentless can carry over 16 passengers and two crew members.
9. Airbus AS332 L1e Super Puma VIP
$ 15.5 million
Range: 841 km
Cruising speed: 252 km/h
This four-bladed twin-engine medium size helicopter is the fourth most expensive helicopters in the world. It was designed and sold by Aerospatiale and Eurocopter (now Airbus Helicopters). This expanded and upgraded version of the original Aerospatiale SA 330 Puma.
10. Sikorsky S-92
$ 17.7 million
Flight distance: 999 km
Cruise speed: 280 km/h
Sikorsky S-92 – srednepozdnie twin-engine helicopter, built by the famous aircraft and helicopter company Sikorsky for military and civilian purposes. S-92 is a full aluminum frame and feature a rotor with four blades to reduce noise and vibration. The military version is called the H-92 Superhawk, and there is another option, called the VH-92, which is used by the marine corps of the United States for transportation of the President. Other users of this model are Corporation CHC Helicopter, Bristow Helicopters, Cougar Helicopters.
11. AgustaWestland AW101
$ 21 million
Flight distance: 1360 km
Cruise speed: 278 km/h
AgustaWestland AW101 is a medium – level helicopter on the market in 1999, the company AgustaWestland. AW101 is widely used by military forces around the world. For example, this is the model used by the Royal Navy and the air force, Italian Navy, military in Denmark, Portugal, Norway and some European countries.
12. H225 Airbus Super Puma
$ 27 million
Range: 857 km
Cruising speed: 275,5 km/h
Twin-engine passenger transport helicopter-range – the most expensive helicopter in the world. It is developed by Eurocopter as the next generation Super Puma, and could carry up to 24 passengers + 3 crew members. Initially, the helicopter was a Eurocopter EC725 name, but in 2015 it was renamed H225 in line with the corporate rebranding of Eurocopter to Airbus Helicopters.
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