Helicopter Agusta AW119Kx

The AW119Kx is a single-engine Leonardo helicopter with a twin-engine cabin: up to seven passengers, a range of approximately 950 km—the best in the single-engine segment, a Pratt & Whitney PT6B-37A engine, and Garmin G1000H avionics. In production since 2014, the fleet operates for everything from US air ambulances to VIP transport in the Middle East. The formula is simple: maximum cabin space and range for the price of a single-engine helicopter. There is no flight attendant or hot meals. There is no in-flight baggage access—bags are loaded on the ground. Typical routes include Moscow–St. Petersburg, Almaty–Shymkent, and Tashkent–Bishkek. Submit a request—we will prepare a proposal, calculate the content, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

Agusta AW119Kx benchmarks: average used price is $2 million; new price is $3.6 million. Maintenance with 300-400 flight hours per year is approximately $584,000/year; flight hours are $1,460/hour. The final price depends on the year, flight hours, engine life, and configuration. Send us a request – we will prepare a proposal, calculate maintenance, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

The Italian Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland) is a trendsetter in the VIP helicopter segment. The lineup includes the light AW109 GrandNew and AW119Kx, the new single-engine AW09, the mid-size AW169, the best-selling AW139, and the heavy AW189. The AW139 has become the standard for corporate and government transportation, with over 1,200 helicopters produced. Interiors are finished by Italian ateliers, including the Agusta by Hermès.

The AW109 GrandNew is a high-speed (289 km/h) seven-seat helicopter for city transfers and flights up to 700 km. The AW169 is the golden mean: 8-10 seats, 820 km range, and cabin space without entering the heavy-duty class. The AW139 is the flagship: up to 15 seats, a range of 1,060 km, two pilots, and maximum VIP comfort; it is the choice of government aviation squadrons in more than 40 countries.

The AW139 is certified to the stringent FAR-29 standards with a 30-minute dry-running capability—the fleet has logged over 4 million flight hours, including offshore and search and rescue missions. PT6C engines are serviced worldwide. Leonardo authorized centers operate in Italy, the UAE, Turkey, and Azerbaijan, making scheduled maintenance accessible to operators in Central Asia.

The VIP-configured AW139 is a scarce commodity: the waiting list for new helicopters stretches for two to three years, so new helicopters sell for between $85 and $95 million above the list price (14 to $16 million). Ten-year-old AW139s sell for between $8 and $10 million. The AW109 is liquid in Europe and the Middle East (3.5 to $6 million, depending on the year). The AW189 market is weaker—it's a niche class, and its exposure is longer.

Start with two figures: the typical route length and the number of passengers. Up to 1,000 km and 4 passengers – a turboprop or light jet; 2,000–4,000 km – a medium jet; nonstop intercontinental flights – a long-haul jet. Add adjustments for short runs, baggage volume, and berths. We'll select a model that matches your profile and calculate the economics of ownership. Send us a request – we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the content, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

A new aircraft comes with a factory warranty and a 1-3 year waiting list, but the price is maximum. A used aircraft offers immediate delivery and a lower price for the 30-60%, but it's important to check the engine life and history. For most buyers, a new aircraft, 3-7 years old, is optimal: the main discount has already been applied, and the aircraft still has a long service life. We consider both options. Send us a request – we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze the options for your needs.