The helicopters we fly
| Helicopter | Seats | Cruise | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonardo AW109 GrandNew | up to 6 | 290 km/h | 450 nm |
| Airbus H145 | up to 8 | 240 km/h | 350 nm |
| Leonardo AW139 | up to 8 | 310 km/h | 570 nm |
| Bell 429 | up to 7 | 280 km/h | 410 nm |
Manufacturer figures, rounded; range with a light load. Cabins and equipment vary by aircraft: the desk confirms the tail.
What to know before you fly
Weight matters: the pilot needs the weight of every passenger and every bag, and in summer heat or at altitude the helicopter carries less. Luggage is limited to soft bags; skis and large cases often go by car.
Weather matters more than in a jet. Most private helicopter flights are flown by sight, so low cloud, fog or strong wind can delay or cancel a flight; the operator decides on the day, and a car is the plan B.
What a flight costs
Helicopters are billed per flight hour, like jets, plus landing fees and, when the helicopter has to come from its base, the positioning time.
Very Light Jet0h 28m block time
€3,700 to €4,200
Light Jet0h 27m block time
€4,100 to €4,800
Midsize Jet0h 26m block time
€4,700 to €5,500
Super Midsize Jet0h 26m block time
€5,500 to €6,600
Heavy Jet0h 26m block time
€6,600 to €8,300
Ultra Long Range0h 26m block time
€8,300 to €10,700
Nice to Saint-Tropez La Mole, helicopter, one way. Atljet model, November 2026. Indicative ranges; the desk confirms aircraft, operator and final price.
