The Sikorsky S-76 is the twin-engine medium helicopter that Naples HNW clients book when the mission demands twin-engine safety, a larger cabin, and the corporate-transport ride quality that has made the S-76 the executive helo of choice since the late 1970s.
Sikorsky launched the S-76 in 1979 across A/B/C/D variants. Two turbines (variously Rolls-Royce 250, Turbomeca Arriel, or Pratt & Whitney Canada PW200 depending on variant) drive the airframe to 155 knots cruise, 411 nautical miles of range, and a 15,000-foot ceiling. VIP layout seats 6 to 8; utility layouts up to 12. Belted lavatory in VIP completions.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Sikorsky Aircraft (Lockheed Martin)
- Year introduced: 1979
- Seating: 6 to 8
- Crew: 2
- Range: 411 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 155 knots
- Service ceiling: 15,000 feet
- Length: 44.1 feet
- Wingspan: 44 feet
- Height: 14.5 feet
- Baggage volume: 38 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Sikorsky S-76 Fits Naples
Twin-engine coverage for extended overwater legs is the honest reason to pick an S-76 over a Bell 407 or AS350 out of Naples. For a Bahamas Nassau or Marsh Harbour transfer where a client wants to fly the whole trip by helicopter, the S-76 has the range on a single tank the smaller helos do not.
The VIP cabin (6 to 8 seats plus a belted lavatory) makes the S-76 the natural pick for a Naples client transferring a full family and staff from APF to a Miami Beach yacht meet or to a Palm Beach private helipad.
APF Signature and Naples Aviation both accommodate S-76 ops; expect the operator to plan noise-abatement routing near the Bay Colony, Pelican Bay, and Aqualane Shores residential corridors.
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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 Sikorsky S-76 run $3,500 to $5,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
S-76 hourly rate is materially higher than the Bell 407 or AW109, reflecting the twin-engine medium helo class and the VIP-cabin completion.
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Contact
For a quote on a Sikorsky S-76 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.