Bell 407 helicopter, private charter in France
🇫🇷 American built · France
Bell Helicopter

Bell 407.
American light single.

Coastal VIP transfers, scenic flights, Bell-operator networks.

Passengers
5 passengers + 1 pilot
Range
+ 500 km possible
Cruise
220 km/h
Charter
On request
Bell 407Single-engine lightOperated with certified partner
Winter · France

Where the Bell 407 flies this winter.

Altiport and resort transfers through the season. Full aircraft charter, operated with a certified partner.

Technical Specifications

Built for light utility.

Club configuration · large window for each passenger · four-blade rotor, ideal for mountain flights and long hauls

Type
Single-engine light
Passengers
5 passengers + 1 pilot
Crew
1 pilot
Cruise speed
220 km/h
VNE
259 km/h
Range
+ 500 km possible
Endurance
4h 0min
Engine
Rolls-Royce 250-C47B · 813 shp
Certification
EASA CS-27 · Day VFR/IFR
Noise profile
Standard

Strengths

  • Smooth 4-blade rotor
  • 6 forward-facing seats
  • Wide doors = easy boarding
  • IFR capable

Consider

  • Single-engine
  • Less common in EU
Gallery · Bell 407

The aircraft.

Photographed on our France operations — exterior, cabin and flight deck as flown.

France · Typical Routes

The Bell 407 in France.

Full aircraft charter, not per-seat. Operated with a certified partner (EASA certified partners).

Route
Flight time
Full charter
NCE → MCM
7 min
On request
NCE → Cannes
8 min
On request
Cannes → Saint-Tropez
15 min
On request

Rates depend on season, positioning and handling fees. Ask for a tailored quote — we respond within 2 hours.

Operator · France

Operated with certified partner.

Bell 407 operations in France are delivered via our AOC-certified partners. All aircraft carry valid EASA certified partners, current airworthiness certificates, and operator-level insurance to FAA/EASA standards.

  • 01
    AOC partner. Certified partner operator
  • 02
    Certification. EASA CS-27 · Day VFR/IFR
  • 03
    Base airport. Nice · Côte d'Azur (LFMN) · Monaco (MCM) · Annecy (NCY)
  • 04
    Licensing. EASA certified partners
Book the Bell 407

Price on request.

Full aircraft charter · not per-seat. Seat 5 passengers + 1 pilot, luggage 2 hold suitcases + 3 cabin suitcases + ski basket.

Request Bell 407 in France
Same Aircraft · Other Markets

The Bell 407 across Europe.

Each market has its own operating partner, pricing, and signature routes.

Bell 407 · FAQ

Most-asked questions.

How many passengers does the Bell 407 take?

5 passengers + 1 pilot. Full charter — one price for the aircraft regardless of party size.

Is the Bell 407 certified for France?

Yes — operated with a certified partner under EASA CS-27 · Day VFR/IFR. EASA certified partners.

What's the range and cruise speed?

+ 500 km possible range at 220 km/h cruise. Endurance 4h 0min.

Over-water / night capability?

EASA CS-27 · Day VFR/IFR.

What's the luggage allowance?

2 hold suitcases + 3 cabin suitcases + ski basket.

How far ahead should I book?

Peak season (July–August): 4–6 weeks. Shoulder: 2 weeks. Off-peak: 72 hours notice usually sufficient.

Bell 407 · France

Shall we charter your Bell 407?

Operated with certified partner · Response within 2 hours.