Agusta AW139 vs Sikorsky S-76
The AW139 and Sikorsky S-76 are the premier medium twins for offshore, VIP and EMS — the AW139 the modern, fast, large-cabin standard, the S-76 the long-proven offshore/corporate classic.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 27
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 13
- Source marketplaces
- 6
- Model years available
- 2007–2026
No active listings right now.
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Agusta AW139 | Sikorsky S-76 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 5 | 47 |
| Serious | 0 | 9 |
| Fatal | 3 | 13 |
| Fatalities | 11 | 53 |
| % Fatal | 60% | 28% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Agusta AW139 | Sikorsky S-76 |
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| Price Range | $6,950,000 | — |
| Category | Twin Turbine Helicopter | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 15 | — |
| Cruise Speed | 165 kts (306 km/h) | 155 kts (287 km/h) |
| Range | 573 nm (1,061 km) | 411 nm (761 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 14,110 lbs (6,400 kg) | 11,700 lbs (5,307 kg) |
Which Should You Buy: Agusta AW139 or Sikorsky S-76?
Bottom line: Choose the AW139 for the largest modern cabin, high speed and the current offshore/VIP standard; choose the S-76 for lower acquisition cost on the used market and a long offshore track record. AW139 = modern/cabin/speed; S-76 = value/heritage.
Pick the AW139 if…
- Faster cruise — 165 kts vs 155 kts.
- Longer range — 573 nm vs 411 nm.
Pick the S-76 if…
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.