Helicopter Mi-8MTV-1

The Mi-8MTV-1 is a twin-engine helicopter seating 22: 620 km range, 230 km/h cruise. In production since 1988. Pre-owned from $4,100,000; charter from $3,900 per flight hour.

Rental price

$ 3 900

Purchase price

$ 4 100 000

Seats

230

Speed, km/h

620

Range, km

$3 900

Rental price

Technical specifications

Type of aircraft

Helicopter

Cabin size

Cabin width, m

2.34

Cabin length, m

5.34

Cabin height, m

1.8

Aircraft size

Aircraft length, m

18.42

Aircraft height, m

5.34

Wingspan, m

21.3

Advantages of aircraft

620 km range

Covers the region's typical legs nonstop.

Cabin for 22

Configured for business transport.

ТВ3-117ВМ engines

A proven powerplant with predictable economics. Direct cost benchmark is $1,590 per hour; an hourly program locks costs in.

230 km/h cruise, 6,000 m ceiling

Flying above traffic and turbulence cuts trip time.

Flight deck

Avionics fit is confirmed per airframe.

Liquidity and support

The world's most numerous helicopter: fleet, infrastructure and crews in every CIS region.

Popular destinations

Milan - Rome

Flight range (km) – 480
Flight time: 1:10
Cost: 3500

Abu Dhabi - Doha

Flight range (km) – 300
Flight time: 01:10
Cost: 3500

Abu Dhabi - Doha

Flight range (km) – 300
Flight time: 01:10
Cost: 3500

Abu Dhabi - Doha

Flight range (km) – 300
Flight time: 01:10
Cost: 3500

Abu Dhabi - Doha

Flight range (km) – 300
Flight time: 01:10
Cost: 3500

Commercial data

Russia

Country of manufacture

1988

Start of production

End of production

—

Price of a new aircraft ($)

4 100 000

Price of a used aircraf ($)

1 590

Flight hour cost ($)

750

Hot Section Inspection (HSI) (hours)

1 500

Overhaul interval (hours)

50 hours

A-Check Interval

100 hours

B-Check Interval

300 hours

C-Check Interval

750 hours / 12 months

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	240	240	240	240
Airframe programs	-	-	-	-
APU/Propeller Programs	-	-	-	-
Maintenance cost	180	180	180	180
Fuel cost (at $950/ton price)	660	660	660	660
Takeoff, landing, handling fees	215	205	190	180
Navigation	70	70	70	70
Additional crew costs	55	80	95	95
Other costs	180	155	130	110
Amount of variable costs	1 600	1 590	1 565	1 535
Fixed costs / Year
Crew salary	184 800	210 000	276 000	276 000
Engineer's salary	-	-	-	-
Crew training	24 000	36 000	48 000	48 000
Software and navigation	12 000	12 000	12 000	12 000
Insurance	36 000	36 000	36 000	36 000
Parking	18 000	18 000	18 000	18 000
Management fee	-	-	-	-
CAMP	14 400	14 400	14 400	14 400
Technical management	86 400	86 400	86 400	86 400
Other costs	84 000	120 000	156 000	192 000
Total fixed costs	459 600	532 800	646 800	682 800
TOTAL expenses	779 600	1 168 800	1 585 800	1 910 800
TOTAL price per flight hour	3 898	2 922	2 643	2 388

Find out more

We will advise, select and consult you on all issues.

Aircraft of the same category

Mi-26

Cruising speed

255 km/h

Flight range

800 km

Seats

up to 82

Price per hour

On request

Ka-226T

Cruising speed

205 km/h

Flight range

600 km

Seats

1+6

Price per hour

On request

Agusta A109E Power

Cruising speed

285 km/h

Flight range

948 km

Seats

1-2+7

Price per hour

On request

AgustaWestland AW101

Cruising speed

278 km/h

Flight range

1 360 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

Luggage items

Price per hour

$12 000

Airbus H225

Cruising speed

262 km/h

Flight range

820 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

Luggage items

Price per hour

$9 000

AW109 Grand

Cruising speed

285 km/h

Flight range

830 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

0.5

Luggage items

Price per hour

$4 000

Bell 412EPX

Cruising speed

226 km/h

Flight range

740 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

0.5

Luggage items

Price per hour

$5 500

Bell 430

Cruising speed

260 km/h

Flight range

630 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

0.6

Luggage items

Price per hour

$3 500

Ka-32A11M

Cruising speed

250 km/h

Flight range

800 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

Luggage items

Price per hour

$8 000

Sikorsky S-76

Cruising speed

287 km/h

Flight range

760 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

0.9

Luggage items

Price per hour

$5 000

Sikorsky S-92

Cruising speed

280 km/h

Flight range

998 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

3.5

Luggage items

Price per hour

$9 000

Mi-8AMT (Mi-171)

Cruising speed

250 km/h

Flight range

704 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

3.4

Luggage items

Price per hour

$5 000

Agusta AW109 GrandNew

Cruising speed

287 km/h

Flight range

948 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

0.95

Luggage items

Price per hour

$1 800

Agusta AW139

Cruising speed

311 km/h

Flight range

1 250 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

3.4

Luggage items

Price per hour

$4 500

Agusta AW169

Cruising speed

259 km/h

Flight range

678 km

Seats

Luggage compartment, ft³

1.4

Luggage items

Price per hour

$2 500

Range Map

How to choose an aircraft to buy?

Choosing an aircraft to purchase is an important step that will determine the comfort of your flights. Here are the key factors to consider:

Purpose of aircraft:

Short business trips: a small but comfortable aircraft such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+ or Embraer Phenom 300E is suitable for business meetings.
Family/friends vacations: if you are traveling with a large group of people on a medium distance, choose more spacious models, such as Bombardier Challenger 605 or Gulfstream G450.
Transcontinental flights: for long flights, you need an aircraft with long range and sleeping places, such as the Bombardier Global 6000 or Gulfstream G650ER.

Number of passengers:

Determine medium number of passengers that are flying most of the time, to select an aircraft with enough seats and comfort level for everyone.

Distance and route:

Consider the range of 80% of your most popular flights for the chosen model and the possibility of landing at the destination airport. Consider the specifics of your route: mountainous or maritime terrain may require Aircrafts with specific specifications. We can help you with this!

Budget:

Determine your budget and compare the cost of buying different models. We’ll tell you when you could cut corners and when you shouldn’t do that.
The cost of the aircraft should not exceed 5% of your capital. Otherwise, you could attract financing.

Additional Requirements:

Availability of full size bedroom, kitchen, sleeping places, shower room, internet and entertainment system.

How an Aircraft Purchase Works: Request, Contract, Payment

Send us a request

Sign a contract

Sign Aircraft purchase agreement. This ensures that Aircraft purchase terms and conditions are protected and understood by both parties.

Make payment

Make payment for your chosen aircraftin any convenient way. We offer more than 50 different means of payment.

Eight Stages of a Business Jet Purchase

Determine aircraft requirements

Determine your budget and travel needs: Where do you want to fly? How often? How many passengers will you carry? What level of comfort do you prefer?

Send request to us

Contact our manager, who will help you understand the technical characteristics of the aircraft and choose the most suitable model.

Select an aircraft model

Based on your requirements, we will select several aircraft models that are optimally suited in terms of technical characteristics, capacity, flight range and other parameters. We will also help you compare the selected models and make an informed choice. We recommend choosing an aircraft that is 80% of your ideal.

Visual inspection of the aircraft

Choose one or two aircrafts from the available options. We will arrange for a visual inspection where you can personally inspect the aircraft, assess the condition of its interior and exterior and determine the most suitable option for purchase.

LOI and contract

You will need to sign a Letter of Intent to purchase the aircraft (LOI), pay a deposit and sign an Aircraft Purchase Agreement drafted by our experienced lawyers.

Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI)

We will arrange an independent technical inspection of the aircraft at a certified center to ensure that it is safe and in good working order. You will receive a detailed report on the technical condition of the aircraft to be sure of its reliability. As a result, you will receive a fully operational airworthy aircraft.

Deal closing

At this stage, the aircraft is flown to the closing location and the aircraft is paid for in any way you like. The transaction is conducted through an escrow agent, which guarantees the safety and transparency of the transaction. Your funds will be sent to the seller only after receiving all necessary documents for the aircraft.

Getting an aircraft

We will organize a delivery ceremony to put the aircraft at your service. And we will ensure that your new aircraft gets off to a comfortable start. If necessary, we recommend the operator, insurance company and trusted maintenance center.

Have questions?

Leave your contact information and we will contact you within 5 minutes and tell you everything in more detail.

Frequently asked questions

Mi-8MTV-1: what is it and what to check before buying?

The Mi-8MTV-1 is a helicopter by Russian Helicopters (Russia), in production since 1988. It seats 24, with 950 km range, a 230 km/h cruise and two Klimov TV3-117VM engines. When buying, factor in Russia-related sanctions and spare-part logistics. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How much does a Mi-8MTV-1 cost: purchase and upkeep?

For the Mi-8MTV-1: a used-market price of $9M. At 300–400 h/year, running cost is about $1.5M/yr, or $3,673/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 the Russian Helicopters holding known for and which helicopters does it offer?

The holding unites the Mil and Kamov design bureaus and plants in Kazan, Ulan-Ude and Rostov. For passenger tasks the key helicopters are the light Ansat (5–7 seats in a VIP cabin) and the Mi-8AMT/Mi-171 family: the most numerous medium helicopter in the world, built in over 12,000 units. Its strength is operation in any climate from −50 to +50°C and tolerance of rough pads. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

What is the VIP Mi-8AMT suited for?

The Mi-8AMT is a cabin helicopter for large groups: 9–13 seats in VIP layout (up to 22 in standard), ~800 km range on main tanks and up to 1,200 km with extra tanks. It takes baggage, skis and gear without limits and lands on unprepared pads in mountains and remote terrain. A classic for corporate flights to hunting, fishing and remote sites. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How reliable are the Ansat and Mi-8 and what about service in the CIS?

The main trump card is service nearby: repair plants and parts warehouses operate in Russia and Kazakhstan, checks do not require exporting the helicopter far abroad, and the Mi-8's component life is proven by decades in air ambulance, oil-and-gas and the military. The Ansat is certified including for high altitude; its PW207K engines are serviced to global standards. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.

How do the Ansat and Mi-8 compare in price with Western equivalents?

A new VIP-configured Ansat is about $3.5–4.5M — 30–40% cheaper than a comparable Western twin. A cabin-configured Mi-171 is $12–15M, whereas a Western equivalent of that capacity costs from $20M. The Mi-8's operating hour is also cheaper thanks to inexpensive parts and the availability of specialists in the region. 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.

Blog

Maintenance programs: engine, APU, airframe and propeller 25.08.2026

Hourly cost maintenance (HCM) programmes are a mechanism where the owner pays a fixed sum for every flight hour and the provider takes on the cost of future repairs. This…

Read 3 min

Advantages of business aviation over scheduled flights 10.04.2026

Private flight is often seen as a luxury, but for most users of business aviation it is a working tool. The real value comes from several measurable benefits: time saved,…

Read 5 min

How much does it cost to fly on a private jet? 03.04.2026

The question 'how much does a private jet cost' has no single answer: cost comes in layers — the price of the aircraft itself, the fixed costs of ownership and…

Read 5 min

Mi-8MTV-1 – buy a multi-role helicopter

The Mi-8MTV-1 has been in production since 1988 and remains one of the most popular modifications of the Mi-8 family. The aircraft was designed for operations in mountains and hot climates, where conventional versions lose power.

Interior and comfort

The cargo-passenger cabin, measuring 2.34 m wide, 1.8 m high, and 5.34 m long, allows for any configuration: from a VIP cabin with 8-12 seats to a crew transport or ambulance configuration. Loading is via the side door and rear doors.

Flight and operational characteristics

Cruising speed is 230 km/h, range is 620 km, ceiling is 6,000 m. Maximum takeoff weight is 13,000 kg, payload is 4,000 kg. Two TV3-117VM engines, auxiliary power unit AI-9V.

Ownership and operation economics

The aircraft are listed for approximately $4.1 million. The cost per flight hour is significantly lower than that of Western helicopters with comparable payload capacity, and the service network is the most extensive in the world. The key factor in purchasing is the remaining service life before major component overhauls.

Who is this plane suitable for?

1) Companies operating in remote regions and oil fields; 2) operators of mountain and northern routes; 3) search and rescue and ambulance services; 4) corporate customers with VIP configurations; 5) buyers who need maximum lifting capacity at a reasonable price.

Result

The Mi-8MTV-1 is a workhorse with no compromises in reliability or payload capacity. It's the optimal choice where infrastructure is limited and missions vary from flight to flight.

JetHunter Aircraft Catalogue in Telegram

All private jets and helicopters in your pocket in one app!

Buy a Mi-8MTV-1 — specs, price and cost of ownership

The Mi-8MTV-1 is a twin-engine helicopter: 22 seats, 620 km range, 230 km/h cruise. Pre-owned prices from $4,100,000; direct hourly cost from $1,590. Turnkey sourcing, inspection and deal support.