Helicopter AgustaWestland AW101

The AgustaWestland AW101 is a twin-engine helicopter seating 30: 1,360 km range, 278 km/h cruise. In production since 1999. Pre-owned from $25,000,000; charter from $12,000 per flight hour.

Manufacturer specifications: Leonardo

Rental price

$ 12 000

Purchase price

$ 25 000 000

Seats

278

Speed, km/h

1 360

Range, km

Trunk volume, m³

Suitcases

$12 000

Rental price

Technical specifications

Type of aircraft

Helicopter

Cabin size

Cabin width, m

2.49

Cabin length, m

6.5

Cabin height, m

1.83

Cabin volume, m³

Luggage compartment volume, m³

Aircraft size

Aircraft length, m

22.8

Aircraft height, m

6.65

Wingspan, m

18.6

Advantages of aircraft

1,360 km range

Covers the region's typical legs nonstop.

Cabin for 30

Configured for business transport. Baggage hold — 4 m³.

Rolls-Royce Turbomeca RTM322 engines

A proven powerplant with predictable economics. Direct cost benchmark is $3,222 per hour; an hourly program locks costs in.

278 km/h cruise, 4,575 m ceiling

Flying above traffic and turbulence cuts trip time.

Rockwell Collins avionics

Reduces crew workload; the suite meets current requirements.

Liquidity and support

The choice of government fleets worldwide; rare on the resale market, supported through the Leonardo network.

Popular destinations

Nice - Monaco

Flight range (km) – 30
Flight time: 00:06
Cost: 5000

Geneva - Courchevel

Flight range (km) – 120
Flight time: 00:26
Cost: 5000

London - Oxford

Flight range (km) – 90
Flight time: 00:19
Cost: 5000

Cannes - Saint-Tropez

Flight range (km) – 40
Flight time: 00:09
Cost: 5000

Paris - Deauville

Flight range (km) – 180
Flight time: 00:39
Cost: 8000

Commercial data

Italy

Country of manufacture

1999

Start of production

as of present.

End of production

—

Price of a new aircraft ($)

25 000 000

Price of a used aircraf ($)

3 222

Flight hour cost ($)

by condition

Hot Section Inspection (HSI) (hours)

by condition

Overhaul interval (hours)

100 hours / 1 year

A-Check Interval

300 hours / 2 years

B-Check Interval

600 hours / 6 years

C-Check Interval

1200 hours / 12 years

D-Check interval

Aircraft operating costs

Approximate costs calculated for the flight duration listed below

Variable Costs (USD) / hour	200 hours	400 hours	600 hours	800 hours
Engine programs	279	279	279	279
Airframe programs	-	-	-	-
APU/Propeller Programs	-	-	-	-
Maintenance cost	371	371	371	371
Fuel cost (at $950/ton price)	789	789	789	789
Takeoff, landing, handling fees	139	130	121	111
Navigation	56	56	56	56
Additional crew costs	42	60	74	74
Other costs	139	121	102	84
Amount of variable costs	1 815	1 806	1 792	1 764
Fixed costs / Year
Crew salary	106 798	153 231	199 665	199 665
Engineer's salary	-	-	-	-
Crew training	18 573	27 860	37 147	37 147
Software and navigation	9 287	9 287	9 287	9 287
Insurance	23 217	23 217	23 217	23 217
Parking	11 144	11 144	11 144	11 144
Management fee	78 009	78 009	78 009	78 009
CAMP	11 144	11 144	11 144	11 144
Technical management	66 865	66 865	66 865	66 865
Other costs	139 301	185 735	232 169	278 602
Total fixed costs	464 338	566 492	668 647	715 080
TOTAL expenses	827 338	1 288 892	1 743 847	2 126 280
TOTAL price per flight hour	4 137	3 222	2 906	2 658

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Frequently asked questions

AgustaWestland AW101: what is it and what to check before buying?

The AgustaWestland AW101 is a helicopter by Leonardo (Italy), in production since 1999. It seats 30, with 1,360 km range, a 278 km/h cruise and three Rolls-Royce Turbomeca RTM322 engines. When buying, a three-engine heavy VIP helicopter for heads of state. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How much does a AgustaWestland AW101 cost: purchase and upkeep?

For the AgustaWestland AW101: a used-market price of $25M. At 300–400 h/year, running cost is about $1.3M/yr, or $3,223/h. The final figure depends on year, hours and condition. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

What is Leonardo known for and which helicopters does it build?

Italy's Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland) sets the pace in the VIP helicopter segment. The range: the light AW109 GrandNew and AW119Kx, the new single-engine AW09, the medium AW169 and best-selling AW139, and the heavy AW189. The AW139 became the standard for corporate and government transport — over 1,200 built. Cabins are finished by Italian ateliers, including Agusta by Hermès versions. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

Which Leonardo to choose: AW109, AW139 or AW169?

The AW109 GrandNew is a fast (289 km/h) seven-seat helicopter for city transfers and flights up to 700 km. The AW169 is the sweet spot: 8–10 seats, 820 km, cabin space without stepping into the heavy class. The AW139 is the flagship: up to 15 seats, 1,060 km range, two pilots, maximum VIP comfort; it is the choice of government flights in more than 40 countries. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How reliable are Leonardo helicopters and what about service?

The AW139 is certified to the strict FAR-29 standard with a 30-minute run-dry transmission — the fleet has logged over 4 million hours, including offshore and search-and-rescue missions. PT6C engines are serviced worldwide. Authorised Leonardo centres operate in Italy, the UAE, Turkey and Azerbaijan, making scheduled maintenance accessible to Central Asian operators. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How well does Leonardo hold value on the pre-owned market?

A VIP-configured AW139 is a scarce item: the queue for new machines stretches to 2–3 years, so fresh helicopters sell for 85–95% of list ($14–16M). Ten-year-old AW139s hold $8–10M. The AW109 is liquid in Europe and the Middle East ($3.5–6M depending on year). The AW189 market is weaker — a niche class with longer exposure. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How do you choose an aircraft to buy for your needs?

Start from two numbers: the length of your typical route and the number of passengers. Up to 1,000 km and 4 people — a turboprop or light jet; 2,000–4,000 km — a midsize jet; nonstop intercontinental — a long-range jet. Then adjust for short runways, baggage volume and sleeping berths. We'll match a model to your profile and calculate the ownership economics. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

New aircraft or pre-owned — which is the better buy?

A new aircraft means a factory warranty and a 1–3-year queue, but the price is at its peak. A pre-owned aircraft means immediate delivery and a price 30–60% lower, while engine time and history matter. For most buyers a fresh 3–7-year-old aircraft is optimal: the main depreciation has happened and plenty of life remains. We cost both options. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

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The AgustaWestland AW101 is a twin-engine helicopter: 30 seats, 1,360 km range, 278 km/h cruise. Pre-owned prices from $25,000,000; direct hourly cost from $3,222. Turnkey sourcing, inspection and deal support.