The new MD530F replaces an MD500E which was lost after an accident last year.  See full story.

The new aircraft is registered N507MP but as of today, the FAA shows this as reserved and not allocated. The aircraft serial is 0226FF, currently registered N60426

Last years accident  – see 08-Jun-14 N504MP MD Helicopters MD500E Gilbert, US-Arizona

File image of a Mesa PD MD500E