MD 500 L

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:helicopter
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas_Helicopter_Company
gptkbp:armament machine guns
gptkbp:avionics modern navigation systems
gptkbp:capacity up to 5 passengers
gptkbp:climb_rate 1,200 feet per minute
gptkbp:crew 1 pilot
gptkbp:design lightweight and versatile
gptkbp:diameter 29 feet
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Allison_250-C20
gptkbp:features advanced safety features
high reliability
high maneuverability
low noise levels
capable of night operations
customizable interiors
advanced rotor system
easy to fly
high performance in hot and high conditions
lightweight composite materials
multiple engine options available
versatile payload options
excellent hover performance
good performance in adverse weather conditions
good visibility for pilot
quick change capabilities
user-friendly cockpit layout
highly responsive controls
excellent stability in flight
good autorotation characteristics
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1963
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 90 gallons
gptkbp:height 10.5 feet
gptkbp:historical_significance used in Vietnam War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label MD 500 L
gptkbp:is_popular_in gptkb:Police_Department
search and rescue operations
tourism and sightseeing
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:landing_gear skid type
gptkbp:length 32.5 feet
gptkbp:maintenance relatively low cost
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas
gptkbp:market civil and military markets
gptkbp:max_speed 130 knots
gptkbp:modifications various mission-specific modifications
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:battle
Air ambulance services
Law enforcement agencies
gptkbp:operational_range varied based on load
gptkbp:production_years gptkb:1963
gptkb:1984
gptkbp:range 300 nautical miles
gptkbp:role gptkb:helicopter
gptkbp:safety_record generally good
gptkbp:service_ceiling 10,500 feet
gptkbp:setting single main rotor and tail rotor
gptkbp:successor gptkb:MD_530_F
gptkbp:training pilot training available
gptkbp:variant gptkb:MD_500_E
gptkbp:weight 2,500 lbs