| As with buying any type of aircraft, purchasing a | | | | |
| helicopter needs careful consideration. Most pilots who | | | | Right now there seems to be plenty of helicopters for |
| are interested in helicopters for sale are not making | | | | sale on the market, and many seem to be really good |
| the purchase for personal pleasure flying, but for the | | | | bargains. But check out the number of hours on the |
| purpose of using the helicopter as a business. | | | | engine before TBO (Time Before Overhaul), as that |
| Understanding the requirements for the use of the | | | | may add on a big expense if it is due for an overhaul |
| helicopter will determine the load carrying capacity | | | | soon. Exterior maintenance and corrosion control of a |
| needed, speed necessary, distance before refueling, | | | | used helicopter may indicate that the previous owner |
| and other factors that are specific to the job. | | | | also took good care of the entire aircraft – or it |
| | | | | may indicate that the owner was attempting to cover |
| While bigger is usually better, a pilot needs to measure | | | | up flaws. The best way to know is to check the |
| the expense of purchase, and operating and | | | | maintenance log book. |
| maintenance expenses against the potential return of | | | | |
| income from the business. If it must be financed, be | | | | There are many more factors to be considered when |
| sure you are pre-qualified for the loan you need. In | | | | looking for helicopters for sale. A good aircraft |
| addition, be sure you qualify for the insurance you | | | | appraiser and helicopter mechanic will be your best |
| need for the particular helicopter you choose. | | | | resources for helping you find the helicopter that |
| Sometimes qualifying for insurance just means a | | | | meets your needs and will give you the returns you |
| certain number of hours of instruction are necessary. | | | | want on your business investment. |