Where it fits well
- 126 kt cruise supports efficient local and regional flying.
- 302 nm advertised range creates a practical planning radius of about 202 nm with 4 occupants.
- 540 kg realistic payload proxy and 14 seats define the usable cabin mission.
Photo: Philippine Air Force · Public domainKey figures
Indicative planning data, compiled 2026-07. Verify against the AFM and records.
| Seats | 14 |
| Realistic payload with mission fuel | 540 kg |
| Advertised range | 302 nm |
| Practical planning radius (4 people) | 202 nm |
| Cruise speed | 126 kt |
| Runway need | Vertical |
| Pressurised | No |
| Fuel | Jet A-1 |
| Fixed annual base | €472k |
| Direct cost per flight hour | €1910 |
The ownership trade-off
The 412EP combines 7-seat helicopter capability with about 302 NM reported range and about 126 kt reported cruise, while payload, runway and operating-cost figures remain indicative and should be verified for the specific aircraft before making a decision.
Cost picture at different usage
- 40 hours/year: about €568k per year ( €14210 per flight hour all-in)
- 80 hours/year: about €645k per year ( €8060 per flight hour all-in)
- 120 hours/year: about €721k per year ( €6010 per flight hour all-in)
- 180 hours/year: about €836k per year ( €4643 per flight hour all-in)
Older examples add calendar-driven maintenance: a 2011-built airframe is estimated at €637k per year at 80 hours. Condition, engine time remaining and avionics matter more than the year itself, so price the aircraft in front of you, not the model.
Limitations to price honestly
- The 412EP combines 7-seat helicopter capability with about 302 NM reported range and about 126 kt reported cruise, while payload, runway and operating-cost figures remain indicative and should be verified for the specific aircraft before making a decision.
- €472k fixed annual planning base before flying a single hour.
- Component life and mission-specific landing permissions dominate real-world utility.
Recommended missions
- Family and small-group touring with a weight-and-balance check for every trip.
- Short and medium regional trips, accepting fuel stops when conditions require.
- Recreational, training or personal travel where operating efficiency is more important than airline-like speed.