Bell · Light single (turbine)
Bell 407GXi helicopter charter
A widely used light single (pilot plus up to six) that may suit corporate shuttles, airport transfers and utility or survey flights.
This is a type we can help source through independent licensed operators. Availability depends on the route, date, approvals and the operator's confirmation. Price is quoted for the specific mission; request a quote.
Passengers
Up to 6
About 4 with luggage
Cruise
133 kt
246 km/h
Published range
337 nm
624 km, no reserve
Engines
Turbine single
Normally day VFR
Best-fit missions
- Corporate shuttles
- Airport transfers
- Survey and utility flights
Trade-offs and limits
- Usually day VFR
- Single engine can restrict some city routes
- Luggage space limited with a full cabin
Garmin G1000H on the GXi variant. Older Bell 407s differ in avionics and equipment.
Bell 407GXi specifications
| Manufacturer | Bell |
|---|---|
| Class | Light single (turbine) |
| Engines | 1 × Rolls-Royce M250-C47E/4 turboshaft with FADEC |
| Maximum passenger seats | 6Published manufacturer figure; not re-checked on the latest review |
| Typical charter layout | About 5 seats; plan for 4 with luggageCharter planning guidance, not a limit |
| Cruise speed | 133 kt (246 km/h)Published manufacturer figure; not re-checked on the latest review |
| Maximum range | 337 nm (624 km)Published manufacturer figure; not re-checked on the latest review. No fuel reserve; charter legs are shorter. |
| Cabin | A club-seating cabin on a flat floor; VIP interiors exist on some aircraft. |
| Luggage | An aft compartment for soft bags and small cases. |
Source: Bell — products. Last checked 12 October 2026.
Usable seats, payload, baggage, range and equipment vary by the specific aircraft, interior, fuel, temperature, altitude and route, and by the operator's and pilot's decision. Final suitability and every operating decision are confirmed by the licensed operator before booking.
When a comparable type may suit better
If no Bell 407GXi is available or the mission changes, these types are often considered instead.
Airbus H125
Up to 6 passengers · 136 kt · 340 nm. Light single for mountain and hot-and-high work.
Airbus H130
Up to 7 passengers · 128 kt · 327 nm. Wide-cabin single for sightseeing and resort transfers.
Bell 429 GlobalRanger
Up to 7 passengers · 155 kt · 411 nm. Light twin for corporate and IFR flights.
What affects a Bell 407GXi quote
- Flight time for your route, plus positioning if the aircraft isn't based near your departure point
- Passenger weights, the number and size of bags, and fuel needed for the leg
- Landing sites, landing and handling fees, and any permissions they need
- Waiting time, overnight crew costs and multi-stop days
- Date, season, event demand and local taxes
Price is quoted for the specific mission; request a quote.
Bell 407GXi charter FAQs
How many passengers can a Bell 407GXi carry?
The manufacturer lists up to 6 passengers in its densest layout. Charter cabins usually seat about 5, and with luggage on a transfer it is safer to plan for about 4. The final number depends on the specific aircraft, fuel, weather and passenger weights, and is confirmed by the operator.
How much luggage fits in a Bell 407GXi?
An aft compartment for soft bags and small cases. Tell us the number, size and weight of bags in your request, because luggage is often what limits the passenger count.
How far can a Bell 407GXi fly?
The manufacturer's published maximum range is about 337 nm (624 km) with no fuel reserve. Real charter legs are shorter, because of fuel reserves, payload, wind, routing and the landing sites involved.
What missions is the Bell 407GXi suited to?
It is commonly configured for: corporate shuttles, airport transfers, survey and utility flights. Garmin G1000H on the GXi variant. Older Bell 407s differ in avionics and equipment. Suitability for a particular mission is always checked against the specific aircraft and route.
How much does it cost to charter a Bell 407GXi?
Price is quoted for the specific mission; request a quote. The price depends on flight time, positioning of the aircraft to your departure point, waiting time, landing and handling fees, taxes and the date.
Can SkyMatch guarantee a Bell 407GXi on my date?
No. SkyMatch does not own or operate aircraft. After we receive your request we check suitable independent licensed operators for this type; availability depends on the route, date, approvals and their confirmation.
What can I book if no Bell 407GXi is available?
A comparable type can often do the same job. For this mission profile that usually means Airbus H125, Airbus H130, Bell 429 GlobalRanger. We tell you the trade-offs before you decide.
Request a Bell 407GXi for your route
Send your departure and destination, date and time, number of passengers, bags and their weights, and the purpose of the trip. SkyMatch reviews the request and replies with suitable options. There's no obligation.
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