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Sikorsky S-76D for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$2 400 – $3 400
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Sikorsky S-76D
Family:
Sikorsky
Manufacturer:
Sikorsky Aircraft
Aircraft Class:
Helicopter
ICAO/IATA Codes:
S76
Number Built:
875
Single Pilot Operations:
Yes
  • Popularity40
  • Reliability70
  • Comfort50

Performance

Service Ceiling:
15 000 ft 4 572 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
11 874 lbs 5 386 kg
Engine Type:
2× Turboshaft
Typical Engine:
2 x Pratt & Whitney PW210S
Long Range Cruise Speed:
138 kts 255 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
162 kts 300 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
3 h
Max Range:
411 nmi 761 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
772 lb/h 350 kg/h
Max Payload:
4 189 lbs 1 900 kg

Sikorsky S-76D Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
13
Sleeping Places:
0
  • Cabin crew

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
14.5 ft 4.42 m
Aircraft Length:
43.37 ft 13.22 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 Sikorsky S-76D

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$2 400 – $3 400

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
—
Pre-owned Price Range
$5M – $10M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$18.84
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$1 270 – $1 980
Annual Cost of Ownership
$590 000 – $911 000
Cost per Seat-Mile
$1.04 – $1.48

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$325 000
At 350 hours
$568 800

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$182 000
At 350 hours
$182 000

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Sikorsky S-76D Description

Imagine you have to fly a team through difficult terrain or discreetly land in a city-center helipad. Sikorsky S-76D is not just a flight; it is the best decision for you for the demanding and classy air travel. The part aircraft is like the S-76D is globally absorbed for its combination of safety, comfort, and the mind-blowing performance of the Sikorsky S-76D, which happens to be the leader of the pack. Compromises are out of the question. This helicopter performs excellently in the most critical areas. Is it essential to travel a distance swiftly? The S-76D has a maximum range of 761 kilometers. This signifies that flying between major cities or going to far away locations would be child's play and without the irritating fuel stops. Strong engines and a high-tech rotor system mean impressive speed and good maneuverability, even through strong weather and at high altitudes. Real flexibility in operations means you are ready for anything. When you step in, the S-76D is going to make its purpose clear, which is to take the best care of the passengers. Carrying up to 13 people, the fuselage mellows out area of space. Sikorsky engineers have been working hard to cut down noise and vibration that would be normally higher in rotorcraft. The outcome? A room that is quiet, stable, with easy communication, and where the fatigue simply gets away. Seats are comfy, well shaped, and with deep contoured lines to lean into, i.e. first class comfort. The basketball-size windows from where you see the full round image of everything, and the journey being the main thing, give the cabin a charming view, mightily illuminating it with natural light. The design and implementation of necessary facilities were made to fulfill every passenger's need. Beyond the car's comforts, it also outshines with the tech. Its Thales avionics suite is well ahead of its time with the pilots only receiving necessary situational data through the glass cockpit. The integrated system like the Health and Usage Monitoring System (HUMS) cuts the maintenance time by predicting the need for it in advance, hence getting higher uptime and reliability. Safety isn’t just a part of the plane; it is the plane, and it is backed by Sikorsky's long-standing reputation. The aircraft carries out challenging tasks with a reassuring attitude. What is the real difference of the 'D' flight? It is the perfect blend of the tried and proven Sikorsky ruggedness with the modern technical advantages. The system of controlling vibration is active and continues to work overtime, turning what could have been a bumpy ride into a ride that feels smooth. Performance and comfort are delivered by both occupants of the cabin are achieved either way. The operators benefit from this because it means they can be more efficient and have fewer maintenance issues, which directly lead to lower operating costs throughout the aircraft's life. It is a device that is intelligent and serious enough for real work. Let's consider this: when high-level executives demand punctuality, privacy, and a practical environment for work to be done between stops, the S-76D is the one that does the job. Instead of a logistical headache, it becomes a seamless advantage for them to get from one point to another through congested areas. Therefore, the air-traffic of the fixed-wing can't get through some places, but the helicopter can. Time spent in the air is not just productive, it can be luxurious too. In the final analysis, the Sikorsky S-76D is not just a helicopter. It's a tactical tool of choice for those operators who are choosy and do not want to accept just anything. The aircraft not only has a transcontinental range but also a whisper-quiet, comfortably spacious cabin, thus making it a technologically advanced and safety-oriented facility. As far as the cargo and passengers are concerned, you will notice the difference at the intersection where high-performance vis-à-vis luxury service. It is not just a statement; it is the benchmark for all other executive rotorcraft trips.

Strengths

  • Access to suitable landing sites
  • Flexible local transport

Weaknesses

  • Limited cabin and baggage space
  • Payload varies with mission fuel and fitted equipment

Best use cases

  • Local transfers
  • Sightseeing or utility work

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