What is the Bell 407 useful for?

It is a light turbine helicopter suited to short passenger transfers, sightseeing and utility assignments. Its compact cabin works best for a small group whose baggage fits the available compartments.

Will it feel like a separate private lounge?

Expect a seated helicopter cabin rather than a lounge with space to move around. The practical benefit is access to suitable landing sites closer to the destination, with the operator confirming the site and routing.

Is there space to move around during the trip?

The compact cabin is arranged for seated travel, with passengers close to the cockpit. Think of it as a practical transfer or sightseeing space rather than a separate lounge.

What should we check about baggage?

A guide figure for baggage space is about 0.7 cubic metres. Keep the luggage plan specific: number of bags, dimensions and weight. The operator can then check both the compartment and total load, rather than relying on the passenger seat count as a baggage allowance.

Is the quoted range a guarantee for our transfer?

The operator needs to check the exact landing sites, passenger and baggage weights, weather and required fuel reserves. A general range figure does not confirm that a particular helicopter can complete the proposed transfer with the planned load.

Does a helicopter transfer need to start at an airport?

A helicopter can use a suitable helipad or landing site rather than a runway. Give the operator the exact location so access, obstacles, ground arrangements and the proposed flight can be checked before the transfer is agreed.

What powers the Bell 407?

A typical installation uses one Rolls-Royce 250-C47B engine. Confirm the precise engine subvariant and any conversion package on the offered aircraft if the specification is important to the choice.

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Charter Price per Hour$1 200 – $1 700

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Aircraft Info

Model:: Bell 407
Family:: Bell 407
Manufacturer:: Bell Helicopter

Aircraft Class:: Helicopter
ICAO/IATA Codes:: B407

Number Built:: 1 700
Available on Aviapages:: 92
Single Pilot Operations:: Yes

Popularity80
Reliability70
Comfort35

Performance

Service Ceiling:: 20 013 ft 6 100 m
Max Takeoff Weight:: 5 000 lbs 2 268 kg

Engine Type:: 1 x Turboshaft
Typical Engine:: 1 x Rolls-Royce 250-C47B

Long Range Cruise Speed:: 119 kts 220 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:: 140 kts 260 km/h

Payload–Range Chart

Estimated Max Flight Time:: 2.7 h
Max Range:: 323 nmi 598 km
Fuel Burn Rate:: 397 lb/h 180 kg/h
Max Payload:: 2 205 lbs 1 000 kg

Bell 407 Cabin Plan

Max passengers:: 6
Cabin Height:: 3.94 ft 1.2 m
Cabin Width:: 3.94 ft 1.2 m
Cabin Length:: 4.92 ft 1.5 m

Sleeping Places:: 0
Estimated Cabin Volume:: 59.91 ft³ 1.7 m³
Luggage Volume:: 24.72 ft³ 0.7 m³

Airframe

Aircraft Height:: 10.17 ft 3.1 m
Aircraft Length:: 34.19 ft 10.42 m

Cabin Zones:: 1 main passenger cabin behind cockpit, with rows or facing VIP seats; separate aft baggage area as fitted
Doors:: Side passenger access with separate crew doors where fitted; baggage/loading access varies by variant; no galley service door in typical charter layout
Baggage Compartment:: Cabin and/or aft baggage stowage; operator confirms usable dimensions and allowance
Airstairs:: No airliner-style stairs; skid or fixed/portable boarding step as fitted

Charter Costs for the Bell 407

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour: $1 200 – $1 700

Owning Price

Buying Price (new): $4.05M – $4.95M
Pre-owned Price Range: $1.5M – $4M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM: $10.92
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h: $560 – $880
Annual Cost of Ownership: $331 000 – $511 000
Cost per Seat-Mile: $1.31 – $1.85

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours: $144 000
At 350 hours: $252 000

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours: $169 000
At 350 hours: $169 000

Nice – Monaco

LFMN – LNMC

Flight time:: 4 min
Estimated price:: $2 700

Nice – Cannes

LFMN – LFMD

Flight time:: 6 min
Estimated price:: $2 924

Nice – La Mole / St Tropez

LFMN – LFTZ

Flight time:: 19 min
Estimated price:: $4 377

Geneve – Courchevel

LSGG – LFLJ

Flight time:: 25 min
Estimated price:: $5 048

New York City – New York City

KJRA – KJFK

Flight time:: 6 min
Estimated price:: $2 924

New York City – Newark

KJRA – KEWR

Flight time:: 4 min
Estimated price:: $2 700

These route prices are estimates. The final quote will be provided by your manager and may vary depending on aircraft availability, travel dates, airport fees, and additional services.

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Bell 407 Description

The Bell 407 is a multi-mission capable rotorcraft with advanced computer controls. Its smooth ride and large air-conditioned executive cabin make it the ideal choice for private charter flights. Among its other selling points, the 407 also has impressive performance characteristics. With a formidable Rolls-Royce engine producing over 800 shaft horsepower, the aircraft can travel much faster than its predecessor aircraft. The model also has notably strong hover capabilities and an eight-foot main rotor clearance. It has comfortable club seating and a maximum passenger capacity of seven, while affording an impressive 254 pound allowance per seat. Light, smooth, and nimble, the 407 is an efficient and economical option for travelers who don't require the heavy-duty pageantry of larger models. This flexibility makes it difficult to pigeonhole the 407 into one role, as it has performed admirably in executive transport, law enforcement, emergency medical operations, and the entertainment industry. Above all else, the Bell 407 is known for its reliability and maneuverability supplemented by a configurable cabin for extreme versatility.