The Agusta 109 is the twin-engine helicopter most often requested for Palm Beach work, and the second engine matters here because so much of the flying is coastal: the Intracoastal, the beaches, and legs that leave the shoreline for a yacht. Six to seven seats at roughly 154 knots makes it the fastest practical way to move a small group around the county.
Leonardo, formerly AgustaWestland, builds the 109 as a fast twin with retractable gear and a clean airframe, which is where the cruise speed comes from. Cabins seat six to seven, range runs to roughly 500 nautical miles, and the type has long service in VIP, offshore and emergency roles. Two engines and retractable gear put its hourly cost above every single-turbine option. Full specifications for the Agusta 109 are published by Leonardo Helicopters.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland)
- Year introduced: 1996
- Seating: 6 to 7
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 500 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 154 knots
- Service ceiling: 19,685 feet
- Length: 43.9 feet
- Wingspan: 36.1 feet
- Height: 11.5 feet
- Baggage volume: 34 cubic feet
Why the Agusta 109 Fits Palm Beach
KDJT to Wellington is about eighteen miles, and during the Winter Equestrian Festival and polo season that drive can take longer than the flight. A 109 puts an owner’s party at an approved landing site near the grounds in a few minutes, and the operator arranges permission for the site before the day.
County transfers in season: KDJT down to Boca Raton, north to Witham Field at Stuart for Jupiter Island and Hobe Sound, or south to Opa-locka and Miami when I-95 is at its worst. The twin is the usual choice on any part of that routing that crosses water.
Yacht moves. Owners and guests joining a boat at the West Palm Beach superyacht docks, or meeting one further down the coast, use the 109 for the last leg, and its speed keeps a Fort Lauderdale or Miami connection inside half an hour.
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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.
- 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 Agusta 109 run $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 9/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Agusta 109 charter typically runs $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 9/2026. Helicopter quotes in this market include positioning from the operator’s base, so on a short county hop the ferry time can exceed the flight time, and it pays to ask where the aircraft sits.
Other Helicopters Available
The full helicopters category page lists every helicopter we arrange for Palm Beach departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Agusta 109 charter from Palm Beach, FL, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit 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.