Eurocopter aircraft cover a broad family of light and intermediate helicopters working Orlando and Central Florida, now marketed under the Airbus Helicopters name after the 2014 rebrand. Cabin standards are generally a generation ahead of the older American singles, and the twin-engine models carry FAR Part 135 authority for the work that needs it.
Eurocopter, now Airbus Helicopters, produces a family of twin-engine transport helicopters, the EC130, EC135, EC145 and EC155 among them, covering light through medium-heavy utility and executive roles. Configurations and capacities vary by model. [EXTERNAL_LINK]
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)
- Year introduced: 1975
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 1
- Range: 357 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 133 knots
- Service ceiling: 23,000 feet
- Length: 35.9 feet
- Wingspan: 35.1 feet
- Height: 10.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 35 cubic feet
Why the Eurocopter Fits Orlando
Because this covers a family rather than a single aircraft, the first thing we confirm on any Orlando request is the specific model on offer. A light EC130 and a medium EC145 carry different passenger counts, different cabin widths, and different rate structures. Quoting the Eurocopter badge without the variant is how clients end up surprised at the ramp.
Convention transfers at the Orange County Convention Center run on a schedule, and the Eurocopter twin models give a group of five or six the overwater and coastal authority that the single-engine aircraft in this category do not carry. For anything routing toward the Bahamas or the Florida Keys, that certification is the operative question.
Availability in Central Florida is reasonable but thinner than the Bell fleet, so short-notice requests during peak demand periods, NASCAR at Daytona in February, spring training in March, or major OCCC events, need more lead time than a Bell 407 would.
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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 Eurocopter run $1,600 to $2,500 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Eurocopter models quote between the Bell singles and the Sikorsky S-76, and the exact number moves with the specific model, so we price the aircraft rather than the family.
Other Helicopters Available
The full helicopters category page lists every helicopter we arrange for Orlando departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Eurocopter charter in or out of Orlando, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or 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.