Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a helicopter tour cost?
Our tours start at $139 per person. See our Helicopter Tours page to explore the different options. All of our tours require a two person minimum.
How many people can fly at once?
Our helicopter can hold up to four passengers as long as the combined weight of the group does not exceed 600 lbs.
Is there an age limit for our helicopter tours?
We can fly people of any age. Children under the age of two are able to sit on their parent/legal guardian's lap. Anyone over the age of two will need to be in their own seat per FAA regulations. If you plan on bringing a younger child, please let us know so that we can have the correct hearing protection ready for them. Any children under the age of two fly at no cost.
Is there a weight limit for our helicopter tours?
The seats in our helicopter are rated for passengers weighing up to 300lbs. The total weight limit for all passengers is 600 lbs.
What type of helicopter do we fly?
We fly the Bell 206 B3 Jet Ranger. This model of helicopter has one of the highest safety ratings in the aviation industry.
Will I get motion sickness on a helicopter flight?
Though most of our passengers do not get motion sick during the flights, it can happen. If you experience motion sickness during the flight, our pilots have techniques that will help you to feel better, and if they do not work we have emergency motion sickness bags available. If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking steps before the flight to help prevent it such as taking motion sickness medication.
What is your Cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel your booking, please notify us at least 48 hours prior to your flight. Your deposit (20% of your tour value) will not be refunded if you cancel less than 24 hours prior to your flight. Weather and visibility conditions can be unpredictable. We do our best to make weather cancellations 24 hours prior to your flight, but this is not always possible. The pilot can make a weather call up to 15 minutes prior to the scheduled flight time. Any cancellations by us due to weather are to ensure everyone's safety and will be refunded at 100%, if you are unable reschedule your tour for an alternate day/time.
What is your Late Arrival policy?
All passengers must arrive 15 minutes prior to their schedule flight time to complete the check-in process. If you are going to be late for your tour, please notify us as soon as possible and we will do our best to accommodate you. If you are more than 10 minutes late, you may forfeit your tour due to scheduling constraints. If possible, we will do our best to reschedule you. No-shows will be charged the full price of their tour. You are considered a no-show if we are not notified of a late arrival and 15 minutes has passed since your scheduled flight time.