Bell 214ST SuperTransport
The Bell 214ST SuperTransport enlarged the single-engine Bell 214 into a twin-engine utility helicopter with a remarkably wide cabin. Bell designed it for offshore transport, troop carrying, and heavy utility work, and its cabin could take up to 18 passengers. Iran became by far the largest customer, assembling many aircraft locally and continuing to operate the type. Its size places it between the familiar Huey-derived transports and larger heavy-lift helicopters.
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The 214ST enlarged the single-engine Bell 214 into a wide-cabin twin, seating up to 18 for offshore and utility work.
Specifications
| Length | 17.9 m (59 ft) |
|---|---|
| Height | 4.6 m (15 ft) |
| Rotor diameter | 15.2 m (50 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 18 |
| Persons on board | 19 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 7.9 t |
| Range | 485 NM (898 km) |
| Maximum speed | 150 kt (278 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 ft (4,572 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 6,000 ft (1,829 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,780 ft/min (9 m/s) |
| Engines | 2x General Electric CT7-2A |
| Units built | 96 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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