The Bell 407 is a versatile single-engine helicopter for Puerto Rico transfers and island hops, seating six with about 324 nautical miles of range. It links San Juan, resorts, and nearby islands or helipads a fixed-wing aircraft cannot reach. A smooth, widely flown light helicopter.
Bell has built the 407 since 1996 as a four-blade single-engine helicopter known for a smooth ride and reliability, cruising near 133 knots up to about 18,690 feet. It is a mainstay of executive and utility rotary work.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Bell Helicopter (Textron)
- Year introduced: 1996
- Seating: 6
- Crew: 1
- Range: 324 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 133 knots
- Service ceiling: 18,690 feet
- Length: 41.7 feet
- Wingspan: 35 feet
- Height: 11.7 feet
- Baggage volume: 16 cubic feet
Why the Bell 407 Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the Bell 407 fits point-to-point transfers a jet cannot make: San Juan to a resort helipad, a coastal town, or a yacht. Cabin size and a smooth ride suit executive hops.
For island transfers and aerial work out of San Juan, the 407 balances capacity and cost.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- 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 Bell 407 run $1,800 to $2,600 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 Bell 407 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.