For the smallest Bahamas sectors, a piston aircraft costs less to run than anything else that will do the job. The Piper Aerostar 600 is a practical fit for a small party crossing to the islands together.
Piper Aircraft introduced the Piper Aerostar 600 in 1967. Designed by Ted Smith, originally Aerostar.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Piston
- Manufacturer: Piper Aircraft
- Year introduced: 1967
- Seating: 5
- Crew: 1
- Range: 1,161 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 200 knots
- Service ceiling: 21,200 feet
- Length: 34.8 feet
- Wingspan: 34.2 feet
- Height: 12.1 feet
- Baggage volume: 30 cubic feet
Why the Piper Aerostar 600 Fits the Bahamas
Baggage is limited and the cabin is small, so it suits a short hop rather than a family relocating.
The published 1,161 nautical miles covers Orlando, Inagua, and Tampa nonstop out of Nassau once you allow for winds and reserves. Real-world range moves with payload, temperature, and winds, so the operator checks it against your specific trip.
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 Piper Aerostar 600 run $1,000 to $1,500 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Pistons Available
The full pistons category page lists every piston we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Piper Aerostar 600 charter to or from the Bahamas, 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.