MD Helicopters, LLC.

06/05/2026

Confined-area capability isn't an option on the MD 530F it's part of the design.

Land where the mission demands.

06/03/2026

The new MD 564 is coming to APSCON 2026.

Be among the first to see it up close. Stop by Booth 340 to check out the aircraft, talk with our team, and find out what the MD 564 brings to the mission.

Here's where to find us:
📍 Booth 340
🗓️ July 13–17, 2026
🏢 Fort Lauderdale, FL

Don't miss it. See you in Fort Lauderdale

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Remember and Honor.

05/08/2026

Real performance. Real savings.

The Super D20B upgrade is delivering up to ~20% lower fuel burn for MD 500D operators, dropping consumption from roughly 35 to 28 gallons per hour.

Why? Larger main and tail rotor discs reduce disc loading, so each blade does less work. The aircraft produces the same lift with less induced drag, and the engine burns less fuel per hour.

What that means for your operation:

-Extended endurance (over 2 hours 12 minutes standard, more than 3 hours 17 minutes with a 30-gallon aux tank)

-Up to ~4,200 gallons saved annually at 600 flight hours per year

-Up to ~$29,400 in annual fuel savings at $7/gal

Same mission. Less fuel. More time on station.

Learn more about the Super D20B upgrade: https://www.mdhelicopters.com/super-d20b-upgrade-kit-increases-fuel-efficiency/

Or send us an email at: [email protected]

Photo credit: Brent Bundy with Vertical Magazine

05/04/2026

A brand new E model for under $3M? It's possible.

You bring a qualified C20B engine. We build a brand new MD airframe around it.

✓ Fuel economy of an E. Performance of a 530F on Super E.
✓ Rugged, crashworthy airframe
✓ Modern slimline cockpit + OEM systems
✓ Full OEM support and airframe warranty

The Bring Your Own Engine (BYOE) program. Built for operators who already have an engine asset and want to put it to work.

Bring the engine. We'll build the rest.

📩 [email protected]

04/21/2026

The MD Super D20R Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) has been approved by the FAA
Building on the success of the Super D20B, the Super D20R pairs proven airframe enhancements with the Rolls-Royce 250-C20R engine, delivering more power and improved hot-and-high performance for MD 500 operators worldwide. Operators already flying earlier Super D configurations can transition to the D20R through an engine upgrade, preserving prior investments while expanding performance.
This is the Fielded Fleet Upgrade program at work. A clear path to modernize your aircraft without replacing it.
Contact an MD Authorized Service Center to get started.
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04/13/2026

The MD 530N STC is approved.

NOTAR operators now have a certified path to more power, better hot-and-high performance, and expanded mission capability in the aircraft they already trust.

Key benefits of the MD 530N upgrade:
-Increased horsepower for improved payload and mission flexibility
-Enhanced hover performance and operational ceiling
-Improved safety margins in high-temperature and high-altitude conditions
-Retention of the NOTAR system’s reduced noise and ground safety advantages

Available now through MD Helicopters’ Authorized Service Center network.
Contact an Authorized Service Center to get started
Photo credit: Vertical Plus and Brent Bundy

04/01/2026

We’re excited to see the momentum building around the next generation of MD upgrades.

This feature from Vertical Magazine takes a closer look at how the Super D program continues to evolve—bringing new life to legacy aircraft with meaningful performance improvements.

Even more exciting: the Super D20R and MD 530N upgrades are on the doorstep, with FAA approvals expected any day now. These upgrades are designed to give operators more power, better performance, and greater mission flexibility.

Take a look at the full story and see what’s next for the MD fleet 👇

The Super D20R is the latest step in MD Helicopters' Field Fleet Upgrades initiative — and Vertical Plus was invited to fly it in Mesa, Arizona.

03/30/2026

The MD 500E helicopter continues to evolve.

With new avionics upgrades from Mecaer Aviation Group, operators benefit from enhanced capability, improved reliability, and a modernized cockpit—while maintaining the performance and versatility the MD500 series is known for.

A proven platform, ready for what’s next.

The agreement provides a comprehensive upgrade of the aircraft’s onboard instrumentation.

03/09/2026

Meet the MD564.

The newest innovation from MD Helicopters, delivering long-light performance with short-light economics.

Key capabilities include:
• 6-blade main rotor / 4-blade tail rotor
• +650 lb internal payload and +750 lb external payload
• 4-hour endurance with 400+ NM range
• HOGE capability at MTOW up to 14,500 ft
• Up to 30–40% lower direct operating costs vs. competing aircraft

The result: more payload, more endurance, and more performance margin when it matters most.

Stop by Booth B7015 this week to see the MD564 in person and speak with our
team.

📍 Booth B7015