The MD Helicopters MD3-160 (ICAO type MD3) has a maximum take-off weight of 1,000 kg. It offers a maximum range of 580 nm, a cruise speed of 124 knots, a service ceiling of 15,000 ft and seating for up to 2 across its variants.
MD Helicopters MD3-160
Model overview
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 2
- Active
- 2
Certifying authorities
FAA
Market
Comparable listings
ZK-JGB · 1942 · 20,900 hrs
$352,555VT-SSE · 1996 · 6,486 hrs
$475,000Variants
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD3-160 MD3-160 | — | 1,000 kg | 580 nm | 124 kt | 2 |
Type certification
The FAA paperwork
TCDS A65EU · Rev 3
The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS A65EU), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.
Read the TCDS (PDF) →Safety & ops history
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Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
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MD3-160 — frequently asked
What is the range of the MD Helicopters MD3-160?
The MD Helicopters MD3-160 has a maximum range of 580 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the MD Helicopters MD3-160 carry?
The MD Helicopters MD3-160 seats up to 2 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the MD Helicopters MD3-160?
The MD Helicopters MD3-160's maximum take-off weight is 1,000 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the MD Helicopters MD3-160?
The MD Helicopters MD3-160's ICAO type designator is MD3.
How many MD Helicopters MD3-160 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 2 registered MD Helicopters MD3-160 airframes worldwide.