The Agusta 109 is one of the fastest and most refined executive helicopters available in the Dallas market, a twin-turbine Italian design that makes short metro hops feel nothing like an air taxi. For six or seven passengers moving between the Park Cities, a Southlake corporate campus, or the medical centers near downtown, it is the aircraft the charter market reaches for when comfort is non-negotiable.
AgustaWestland built the 109 with two Turboméca Arrius turbines and a retractable undercarriage, producing a helicopter that cruises well above the speed of most alternatives at its size. Six to seven seats, up to 500 nautical miles of range, and an interior that competes with entry-level jets on fit and finish. 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 Dallas
The DFW metro’s geographic spread is the reason this aircraft earns its rate. Moving from Westlake to the medical complex around Parkland Memorial Hospital, or from Frisco down to the American Airlines Center for a Mavericks game, takes the ground traveler 45 minutes to an hour in traffic. The Agusta 109 does it in minutes and lands the group with time to spare.
Dallas is home to three Level I trauma centers, including Parkland Memorial, Baylor University Medical Center, and Zale Lipshy Pavilion at UT Southwestern. The Agusta 109’s twin-turbine reliability and stable platform make it a credible option for urgent medical transport within the metro, whether that means moving a patient or getting a specialist somewhere fast.
For Cowboys games at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Stars and Mavericks events at American Airlines Center, or Texas Rangers games at Globe Life Field, the 109 turns a parking and traffic problem into a short flight. Corporate hospitality groups from Legacy West or Las Colinas use it regularly when the schedule is tight and the impression matters.
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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 Agusta 109 run $2,500 to $3,500 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
The Agusta 109 quotes at the top of the Dallas helicopter category, and for a group that needs twin-turbine reliability or a corporate-quality cabin, the rate reflects what the aircraft actually delivers.
Other Helicopters Available
The full helicopters category page lists every helicopter we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Agusta 109 charter from Dallas, TX, 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.