If landing close to where you are actually going matters more than speed, a helicopter is the right answer from Martha’s Vineyard.
Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland) introduced the Agusta 109 in 1996. It is flown by a crew of 1 to 2. The type carries 6 to 7 passengers, cruises at 154 knots, tops out at 19,685 feet, covers 500 nautical miles and holds 34 cubic feet of baggage. Full specifications for the Agusta 109 are published by Leonardo Helicopters.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Helicopter
- Manufacturer: Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland)
- Year introduced: 1996
- Seating: 6 to 7
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 500 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 154 knots
- Service ceiling: 19,685 feet
- Length: 43.9 feet
- Wingspan: 36.1 feet
- Height: 11.5 feet
- Baggage volume: 34 cubic feet
Why the Agusta 109 Fits Martha’s Vineyard
A helicopter trip can lift from Martha’s Vineyard Airport (KMVY), or from a site closer to where you actually are.
Out of Martha’s Vineyard that covers the short regional runs, including New York, Philadelphia, Washington.
Where a helicopter lands away from an airport, the landing site has to be agreed in advance with whoever controls it, and your advisor will confirm that before the date is fixed.
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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 Agusta 109 run $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 9/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
As a rough guide, Martha’s Vineyard to Washington is about 346 nautical miles, which is roughly 2.0 to 2.5 hours of flight time at this aircraft’s cruise speed before winds and routing are applied.
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Contact
For a quote on a Agusta 109 charter to or from Martha’s Vineyard, call 1-888-987-5387 or visit 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.