The Eurocopter is a versatile Puerto Rico helicopter for island transfers and aerial work, seating 5 to 6 with about 357 nautical miles of range. It connects San Juan, resorts, and short strips or helipads across the island and nearby cays. A widely operated, dependable rotorcraft.
Airbus Helicopters, formerly Eurocopter, builds the family in single- and twin-engine forms flown worldwide since the 1970s, cruising near 133 knots up to about 23,000 feet. It is valued for reliability and low operating cost.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)
- Year introduced: 1975
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 1
- Range: 357 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 133 knots
- Service ceiling: 23,000 feet
- Length: 35.9 feet
- Wingspan: 35.1 feet
- Height: 10.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 35 cubic feet
Why the Eurocopter Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the Eurocopter fits shorter transfers and utility flights: San Juan to a resort, a coastal town, or a yacht, plus aerial photography and survey work. It is the economical rotary choice.
For quick island hops that do not need the Agusta 109’s speed, the Eurocopter covers the mission at lower 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 Eurocopter run $1,600 to $2,500 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 Eurocopter 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.