The Sikorsky S-76 is the twin-turbine executive helicopter that Mexico’s offshore operators, corporate programs, and high-net-worth clients select when cabin quality, twin-engine safety, and range in a helicopter are all required together.
Sikorsky built the S-76 as a purpose-designed commercial helicopter with twin Turbomeca Arriel or Pratt and Whitney Canada turboshafts, retractable landing gear, and a stand-up capable executive interior. It seats six to eight passengers, cruises around 155 knots to 15,000 feet, and carries a range of roughly 411 nautical miles.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Sikorsky Aircraft (Lockheed Martin)
- Year introduced: 1979
- Seating: 6 to 8
- Crew: 2
- Range: 411 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 155 knots
- Service ceiling: 15,000 feet
- Length: 44.1 feet
- Wingspan: 44 feet
- Height: 14.5 feet
- Baggage volume: 38 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Sikorsky S-76 Fits Mexico
Offshore platform support in Mexico’s Gulf of Mexico production zones is one of the S-76’s primary commercial applications in the region. Twin engines, the range to reach platforms further offshore, and a proven record on overwater operations make this the helicopter that Mexico’s energy sector has used for crew and executive transfers for decades.
For resort and estate transfers at Cancun, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta, the S-76 occupies the top of the helicopter market. Clients who have arrived by large-cabin jet and are connecting to a yacht or a remote property by helicopter tend to select the S-76 when it is available, because the cabin quality is consistent with the rest of the trip.
Eight seats puts the S-76 in a different capacity bracket from the Bell 407 and Agusta 109 on larger group transfers. A corporate board traveling together, a wedding party needing a resort transfer, or a family that fills a six-passenger helicopter with bags: these are the situations where the S-76’s capacity resolves a problem that a smaller helicopter cannot.
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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.
- 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 Sikorsky S-76 run $3,500 to $5,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
The S-76 quotes at the top of the Mexico helicopter range and is typically the most expensive per-hour option on the helicopter sheet; the twin-engine safety and eight-seat capacity are what clients are paying for.
Other Helicopters Available
The full helicopters category page lists every helicopter we arrange for Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Sikorsky S-76 charter in or out of Mexico, 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. All images copyrighted and provided courtesy of Sikorsky Aircraft / Lockheed Martin unless noted otherwise.