The Agusta 109 is a fast twin-engine helicopter for Puerto Rico transfers and island hops, seating 6 to 7 with about 500 nautical miles of range. It links San Juan, the resorts, and the nearby islands where a fixed-wing aircraft cannot land. A sleek, quick executive twin.
Leonardo, formerly AgustaWestland, builds the 109 as a twin-engine light helicopter known for speed and a refined cabin, cruising near 154 knots up to about 19,685 feet. Twin engines add margin on overwater Caribbean legs.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland)
- Year introduced: 1996
- Seating: 6 to 7
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 500 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 154 knots
- Service ceiling: 19,685 feet
- Length: 43.9 feet
- Wingspan: 36.1 feet
- Height: 11.5 feet
- Baggage volume: 34 cubic feet
Why the Agusta 109 Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the Agusta 109 fits point-to-point transfers a jet cannot make: San Juan to a resort helipad, Vieques, Culebra, or a yacht. Twin-engine reassurance matters on short overwater hops.
For executives and small groups moving quickly around the island and to nearby cays, it is the premium rotary option.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
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- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Agusta 109 run $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
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Contact
For a quote on a Agusta 109 charter in or out of Puerto Rico, call +1-888-987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.