Helicopter Airbus H-130

Airbus H130 specifications at a glance

The Airbus H130 (formerly Eurocopter EC130) is a single-engine light helicopter built around passenger comfort: a wide, air-conditioned cabin seating up to six passengers with a single pilot, unobstructed panoramic visibility, and the quiet Fenestron tail rotor. Typical cruise is around 130 knots with a range of roughly 330 nautical miles.

When to choose the H130

The H130 is the group-friendly choice in the light single class. Families and parties of five or six travel together without splitting across two aircraft, and the flat, theater-style cabin makes it a favorite for scenic flights. Luggage space comfortably handles weekend bags for a full cabin. For couples or smaller parties, the H120 or Robinson R44 can be more economical.

Chartering the H130 with Icarus Jet

Icarus Jet arranges H130 charters for island transfers and tours across Greece and the Mediterranean, handling helipad permissions, slots, and ground transport end to end. Popular pairings include Athens to Mykonos and inter-island hops through the Cyclades; see all options on our helicopter charter hub. Our 24/7 operations team typically returns quotes within 60 minutes.

Where the H130 flies with us

The H130 is our workhorse for island transfers and scenic work across Greece and Italy: Athens to Mykonos and Santorini, inter-island hops in the Cyclades, the Amalfi coast and Capri, and airport connections where a road transfer would cost hours. Its wide, low-noise cabin makes it the model we recommend when passengers want to see the route rather than simply cover it, and the quieter tail rotor matters at noise-sensitive helipads where operating windows are restricted.

Choosing between the H130 and the alternatives

Take the H130 when you have four to six passengers, want the panoramic cabin, or are flying a route where comfort and noise both count. Step down to the H120 for smaller groups on shorter legs where cost is the priority, or the Robinson R44 for the lowest hourly rate on one to three passenger hops. For longer overwater sectors or larger groups, a twin-engine type or a private jet is usually the better answer, and we will say so rather than sell you the wrong aircraft.

What a helicopter charter with Icarus Jet includes

Every helicopter charter is quoted all-in: aircraft and crew, landing and helipad fees, ground handling at both ends, and coordination with the departure and arrival airports. Where a flight connects to a private jet leg, the two are scheduled together so passengers move straight from one aircraft to the other without waiting. Our operations team runs 24/7 and returns a firm quote within 60 minutes.

Booking and lead times

In the Mediterranean summer season, helipad slots at popular island destinations are the constraint rather than aircraft availability. Two to three days’ notice is comfortable for July and August; outside peak season, same-day and next-day departures are usually workable. Weather is the other variable — light helicopters operate visually, so afternoon wind on the Aegean and low cloud in mountain terrain can shift a departure by a few hours. We plan around both and keep passengers informed rather than leaving them at the pad.

See the full helicopter charter service for routes, fleet options and regional coverage.