The Bell JetRanger is the original single-engine light utility helicopter that launched in 1967, and Naples clients see it as a budget-friendly option for very short intra-Naples hops and tours. APF Signature or Naples Aviation ramp handles the ops.
Bell produced the JetRanger family (206A/B/B-3) continuously from 1967 into the mid-2000s. A single Rolls-Royce 250-series turbine drives the airframe to 113 knots cruise, 374 nautical miles of range, and a 13,500- to 20,000-foot ceiling depending on variant. Four-seat cabin (pilot plus three passengers).
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 Naples
For a short Naples-to-Marco-Island or Naples-to-Boca-Grande transfer with three or fewer passengers, the JetRanger is the lowest-cost turbine helicopter option out of APF.
The 374-nautical-mile range covers most Naples-market intra-Florida missions on paper, but the four-seat cabin limits family and group trips. For anything larger, redirect to a Bell 407 (six seats) or an AW109 (six to seven).
As with the 407, single-engine overwater is a client-preference discussion. Short coastal hops are routine; extended overwater flights are usually better fits for a twin-engine helo.
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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.
JetRanger hourly rate is the lowest turbine helo point in the Naples market; useful only when three passengers or fewer and short coastal hops are the mission.
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Contact
For a quote on a Bell Jet Ranger charter in or out of Naples, 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.