MD 520N
The MD 520N is a light turbine helicopter in production since 1991. It has a range of 202 nm, a cruise speed of 125 kt (232 km/h), 5 seats (pilot included).
Source: RAB-ANAC (data as of 11/7/2026) and Jet Tracker catalog (spec sheet reviewed on 11/7/2026).
Temporal identity
The MD 520N is the commercial name of the 500N model on FAA type certificate H3WE (approved 12 September 1991): a 369E fitted with the NOTAR system, which replaces the tail rotor with a fan and tailboom slots. It uses the 450 shp Rolls-Royce 250-C20R/2 turbine, with a maximum weight of 3,350 lb (1,519 kg) and a cabin for a pilot plus three or four passengers. It is not on the manufacturer's current model list in November 2026.
Detailed specs
Performance
- Engine
- Rolls-Royce 250-C20R/2, 450 shp (425 shp takeoff), NOTAR system
Cabin and comfort
- Doors
- 4 doors + rear clamshell
- Seats
- 5
- Optional air conditioning
- Yes
- Configuration
- 5 seats (1+1+3), compact egg-shaped cabin
- Typical configuration
- Crew 1 + 4 Pax
- Useful load
- 881 kg
- Noise attenuation
- Compact cabin, ANR essential
- Baggage compartment
- 13 cu ft
Avionics and engines
- Engines
- 1× Rolls-Royce 250-C20R/2 (450 shp)
Operating costs
Detailed specs pending
External dimensions
Detailed specs pending
Weights & fuel
- Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW)
- 1,519 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 242 L
- Fuel capacity
- 433 lb
Cabin
Typical factory configuration (curated data). The drawing below is schematic and at approximate scale; the actual layout varies by interior and year.
Lineage
Curiosities and highlights
Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the MD 520N?
The maximum range is 202 nm (202 NM · 374 km).
How fast is the MD 520N?
Cruise speed is 125 kt, equivalent to 232 km/h.
How many passengers does the MD 520N seat?
The MD 520N has 5 seats in total, counting the pilot seat: up to 4 passengers.