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VH-T53

Built 1978 · registered AU

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This aircraft is a
Bell 212(B212)
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Performance specs

Performance
Range
220 nm
Cruise speed
100 kt
Max speed
130 kt
Service ceiling
15,000 ft
Takeoff distance
—
Landing distance
—
Weights
MTOW
5,000 kg
Empty weight
—
Fuel capacity
1,490 L
Dimensions
Length
17.1 m
Wingspan
—
Height
4.5 m
Capacity
Seats
15
Max passengers
15
How common is this aircraft?
365Bell 212 registered worldwide

Common. More common than 90% of the aircraft models we track.

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Registration history

(1)
  • VH-T53AUACTIVE
    NAUTILUS AVIATION PTY LTD
    2025 – present

Owner names are published by the issuing civil registry (FAA / CCARCS / CASA / ANAC / NZ CAA). Owner addresses present in the source are not republished here. Registered owner? Request removal

VH-T53 — frequently asked
What aircraft model is VH-T53?

VH-T53 is a Bell 212, built in 1978. Sprinkle's record for VH-T53 covers its lineage, ownership history and specifications.

Is VH-T53 currently active?

Registry records list VH-T53's status as Active, registered in Australia — a Bell 212.

What is the manufacturer serial number (MSN) of VH-T53?

VH-T53 carries manufacturer serial number (MSN) 30882, the serial assigned to this Bell 212 airframe when it was built.

Is the Bell 212 currently for sale?

Sprinkle is showing around 5 Bell 212 aircraft for sale right now — the same model as VH-T53.