N109LW
Agusta AW109SP GrandNew (GrandNew)
Agusta (AgustaWestland / Leonardo Helicopters)
3 Hours
Duration of Flight
450 NM
Range
177 MPH
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2016-04-13No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
Agusta AW109SP GrandNew (GrandNew)
Overview
Originally registered N109LW (USA); deregistered from the U.S. registry April 2016 and exported to the United Kingdom (later registered G-SKBH and G-DAYF).
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207C (735 lbf each)
- Range: 450 nm
- Cruise: 153 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 20000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical VIP layouts 4–6 passengers; cabin modifiable to 6 (corporate) up to 8 seats in other layouts Sliding doors both sides, electrically retractable steps, extended baggage compartment; VIP finishes common on GrandNew examples Avionics: Glass cockpit with 4-axis digital autopilot (GrandNew standard)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N109LW, is an Agusta AW109SP GrandNew built in 2010 with manufacturer serial number 22216. The helicopter is owned by Highland Copter LLC, a corporate owner recorded on the US registry, and operates under a US registration. The airframe’s documented configuration and standard GrandNew fitments have been maintained through its operational life, and its market valuation is listed at $3,500,000. No separate operator or home base is published beyond corporate ownership; no notable registry actions or transfers beyond the recorded corporate ownership are indicated.
The cabin on this airframe reflects the AW109SP GrandNew’s flexible VIP-focused interiors, with typical VIP layouts configured for 4–6 passengers and modifiable arrangements permitting corporate seating for 6 up to 8 seats in other layouts. Avionics for this airframe include the GrandNew-standard glass cockpit with a 4-axis digital autopilot, supporting precision handling and reduced pilot workload on typical missions. Operational profiles for the type and this specific airframe are consistent with short- to medium-range executive transport and light utility roles, leveraging a 450 nm range and 153 kts cruise speed for regional trips. Maintenance considerations mirror the twin-engine Pratt & Whitney PW207C powerplant regime and scheduled inspections inherent to multi-engine rotorcraft operated in corporate service.
The Agusta AW109SP GrandNew occupies a performance niche as a light twin-engine rotorcraft offering executive comfort with higher-end avionics and autopilot integration. Competing models in this sector typically include other light twins configured for VIP transport, where buyer and charter demand emphasize cabin flexibility, avionics capability, and twin-engine safety margins. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe center on the life-cycle status of the PW207C engines, documented hours and inspections tied to a 2010 build, and the desirability of the GrandNew glass cockpit in secondary markets.