The Bell Jet Ranger is a light single-engine helicopter for short Puerto Rico transfers and aerial work, seating four with about 374 nautical miles of range. It connects San Juan, resorts, and helipads on quick hops around the island. One of the most produced helicopters ever.
Bell built the Jet Ranger from 1967, and it became a global standard light helicopter, cruising near 113 knots up to about 13,500 feet. Simple, proven systems keep it economical.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Bell Helicopter (Textron)
- Year introduced: 1967
- Seating: 4
- Crew: 1
- Range: 374 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 113 knots
- Service ceiling: 13,500 feet
- Length: 31.2 feet
- Wingspan: 33.3 feet
- Height: 9.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 16 cubic feet
Why the Bell Jet Ranger Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the Jet Ranger fits the lightest rotary trips: San Juan to a resort, a short coastal hop, or aerial photography. Low cost and availability are the draw.
For one to three passengers on a quick transfer out of San Juan, the Jet Ranger is the economical choice.
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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 Jet Ranger run $1,200 to $1,800 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 Jet Ranger 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.