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1 Dead, 2 Missing in Hawaii Tour Helicopter Crash: 'Incredibly Sad'

The Robinson R44 helicopter involved in the incident was operated by Ali‘i Kaua‘i Air Tours and Charters

One person has died and two others are missing after a tourist helicopter crashed off the coast of Kauai, authorities said.

The accident occurred shortly before 1:20 p.m. local time on Thursday, July 11 when hikers along the  Kalalau Trail witnessed the Robinson R44 helicopter crash into the ocean about a quarter mile offshore along the Na Pali Coast, according to the county of Kaua’i and the Associated Press .

One person was recovered roughly one hour after the crash, county officials said, while multiple agencies, including the United States Coast Guard, Kaua‘i Fire Department, Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency and the Kaua‘i Police Department, were conducting a rescue operation for the two other missing occupants.

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a temporary flight restriction for the search area during the operation, the county said.

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The search was paused at sundown on July 11 and was set to continue at first light on July 12, authorities said.

The helicopter was part of Ali‘i Kaua‘i Air Tours and Charters, based in Lihue, where the island’s main airport is located, authorities said. As of the morning of July 12, none of the helicopter’s occupants had been identified.

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“We are incredibly sad to hear of the life tragically lost today, and the two other individuals who are still missing after a helicopter crashed into waters off Kaua‘i’s Na Pali Coast,” Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami said in a news release. “While we do not know all the details surrounding the incident at this time, we do know that our first responders are doing everything they can in this emergency operation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of all involved.”

Acting Gov. Sylvia Luke also issued a statement regarding the tragedy.

“We extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones of those involved in this terrible incident,” Luke said. “As search and recovery operations continue, the State stands fully prepared to work in tandem with the County of Kaua‘i and our Federal partners. We thank all responders and agency partners for their assistance during this difficult time.”

The island was experiencing strong trade winds at the time of the accident, according to the National Weather Service .

The last tourist helicopter crash in the state was also in Kauai, when a pilot and six passengers died in a crash off the coast near Kekaha in 2019.

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1 dead, 2 missing after tour helicopter crashes off Hawaiian coast

Authorities on the Hawaiian island of Kauai resumed search operations on Friday after a tour helicopter crashed off the northern coast of the island, leaving at least one person dead and two others missing.

The Kauai Police Department first received a report from hikers that a helicopter crashed about a quarter mile offshore along the Na Pali Coast on Thursday at approximately 1:20 p.m., local time, according to the County of Kauai .

At 2:25 p.m. one person was found and confirmed dead, while the other two people remained missing, county officials said. Their names have not been released.

Multiple agencies have responded to the incident, including the U.S. Coast Guard, the Ocean Safety Bureau and personnel with the island's fire department, emergency management agency and police department, the county government said.

Search and rescue operations, led by Kauai officials, were paused at sundown and were expected to resume at "first light on Friday," the county said in a statement. Meanwhile, crews with the U.S. Coast Guard searched through Thursday evening.

The helicopter was part of Ali‘i Kaua‘i Air Tours and Charters, which provides private helicopter tours of the island, taking riders over the Waimea Canyon, the rugged Na Pali Coast and dozens of cascading waterfalls, its website says .

Sarah Sulick, a spokesperson for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), said the agency is investigating the crash but did not provide any information about the incident.

NTSB investigations focus on the pilot, the aircraft and the operating environment, Sulick said, adding that witness statements, recordings of air traffic control communications, maintenance records and surveillance videos would all be gathered and examined during the investigation.

On Thursday, officials in Kauai offered their condolences and prayers to the families of the victims.

"We are incredibly sad to hear of the life tragically lost today, and the two other individuals who are still missing,” said Kauai County Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami in a statement. “While we do not know all the details surrounding the incident at this time, we do know that our first responders are doing everything they can in this emergency operation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of all involved.”

Kauai Police Chief Todd Raybuck said the multi-agency response remains focused on search and rescue.

"Our hearts go out to the families impacted by this tragedy," Raybuck said. "We will continue working with our partners to locate the missing individuals and provide support during this difficult time."

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Tour helicopter crash off Hawaiian island leaves 1 dead and 2 missing

Updated on: July 15, 2024 / 4:53 PM EDT / CBS/AP

A helicopter crashed into the ocean off the Hawaiian island of Kauai on Thursday, leaving one person dead and two others missing, the Kauai Police Department said.

Hikers reported seeing the helicopter crash about a quarter mile off the Na Pali Coast and called police around 1:20 p.m., the police department said in a statement.

The Robinson R44 helicopter was part of Ali'i Kaua'i Air Tours and Charters, authorities said.

One person's body was recovered around 2:30 p.m. Thursday as crews launched a search for the other two people.

On Sunday, authorities canceled the search for the missing pilot and passenger after searching more than 60 hours across hundreds of square miles.

In announcing the search suspension Sunday, authorities identified the missing pilot as local resident Guy Croydon, 69, and the missing passenger as James Quintua, 60. The passenger who was recovered after the crash was Amy Nichole Ruark Quintua, 53.

The Quintuas were from Union, Kentucky, Kauai officials said. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.

The Coast Guard was involved in the search along with several local agencies. The National Transportation Safety Board and FAA are investigating the cause of the crash.

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Search continues for 2 missing after fatal tour helicopter crash off Kauai

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - First responders from multiple agencies are continuing to search for two people missing after a fatal tour helicopter crashed off Kauai’s Na Pali Coast.

Kauai County personnel, the Coast Guard, National Guard and others are participating in the active search-and-rescue effort. The body of a third person on the chopper was recovered.

The Ali’i Air Tours and Charters helicopter crashed about 1:20 p.m. Thursday fronting the Hanakoa Valley. Kauai Police Chief Todd Raybuck said the helicopter pilot is a local resident. The two passengers onboard are believed to be visitors from the continent, he said.

The body was recovered about a quarter of a mile offshore.

Additional information on the three onboard was not released, pending next of kin notification.

In a news conference Friday, Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami offered his condolences to the families and friends of those onboard. “This is the toughest type of press conference,” he said.

The FAA said the chopper that went down was a Robinson R44. Following the crash, Ocean Safety personnel noticed an oil slick on the water and some small debris.

Sharks were also spotted in the water.

Officials said hikers along the Kalalau Trail witnessed the helicopter crash into the water and reported the incident to dispatchers. The FAA and NTSB are investigating.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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Search suspended for pilot and passenger after tour helicopter crash off Hawaii's Kauai island

L IHUE, Hawaii (AP) — Authorities suspended the search for a tour helicopter pilot and one of his passengers after they crashed into the ocean off the Hawaiian island of Kauai last week.

The U.S. Coast Guard and Kauai officials said they suspended the search Sunday after searching for about 60 hours across hundreds of square miles.

The Robinson R44 helicopter, of Ali’i Kauai Air Tours & Charters, was carrying the pilot and two passengers, a couple from Kentucky.

A hiker on the Kalalau trail reported seeing the helicopter crash into the water about a quarter of a mile (0.4 kilometers) off the Na Pali Coast on Thursday afternoon and contacted the fire department, officials said.

Lifeguards on personal watercraft recovered the body of one person on Thursday as crews searched for the other two. They also saw what appeared to be an oil slick on the water, along with some small pieces of floating debris, officials said.

It was the latest in a series of crashes to plague the air tour industry in recent years.

In announcing the search suspension Sunday, authorities identified the missing pilot as local resident Guy Croydon, 69, and missing passenger as James Quintua, 60. The passenger recovered after the crash was Amy Nichole Ruark Quintua, 53.

The Quintuas were from Union, Kentucky, Kauai officials said. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.

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Helicopter Crashes Off Hawaii Coast, Leaving 1 Dead and 2 Missing

The helicopter, operated by a tour company, went down in waters off the island of Kauai.

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A helicopter operated by a tour company crashed in waters off the Hawaiian island of Kauai on Thursday afternoon, killing at least one person and setting off search operations for two others who were missing, according to the local authorities.

The crash was reported around 1:20 p.m., about a quarter of a mile off the island’s northern shore, near the Hanakoa Valley along the Na Pali Coast. One of the three people who had been on the helicopter was found and confirmed dead about an hour later, the Kauai Police Department said in a statement.

The identities of the people on board were not immediately available. The helicopter was operated by Ali’i Kauai Air Tours and Charters, according to the police.

Hikers on the nearby Kalalau Trail reported seeing the helicopter crash into the water, the police statement said. On Thursday morning, the National Weather Service in Honolulu had forecast strong trade winds and abundant patches of low clouds for most of Hawaii.

The U.S. Coast Guard, the Kauai Fire Department, the Kauai Police Department and other agencies were involved in search and recovery efforts. The operation was paused at sundown, but the Coast Guard will continue searching overnight, the authorities said.

The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board will investigate, an F.A.A. spokesman said.

The tour company, based in Lihue, Kauai, did not respond to a request for comment. On its website, it described private one-hour tours that include views of the Na Pali coastline and the island’s towering sea cliffs.

The last fatal tourist helicopter crash in Hawaii, in 2019, was also off Kauai, near Kekaha, according to the transportation safety board’s database . The pilot and six passengers were killed. The board concluded that the pilot had chosen to continue a tour in deteriorating weather and lost sight of the terrain before the crash.

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Motorcycle tour of Death Valley turns fatal as thermometer cracks 128 degrees

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As the temperature climbed Saturday to a record 128 degrees Fahrenheit in Death Valley National Park, a group of motorcyclists became distressed by the extreme heat, and one of them died, a park ranger said.

The motorcyclists were touring the park near Badwater Basin, a stretch of salt flats that is also the lowest point in North America, when — in the mid- to late afternoon — they reported being affected by the extreme heat, according to park ranger Nichole Andler.

One of the riders was pronounced dead at the site, and another person with severe heat illness was taken to Las Vegas, Andler said. Four others in the group were treated and released.

The name of the deceased motorcyclist, or other identifying information, was not released, and the specific cause of death will be determined by the coroner, Andler said.

“Yesterday it was 128 degrees, which was a record high for that day in Death Valley,” the ranger noted, “and these folks were traveling through on motorcycles, and most likely they didn’t have adequate cooling.”

The heat also hindered the rescue effort. When temperatures exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit, a medical helicopter cannot access the park. Air expands when it is heated, becoming thinner than cold air. So, helicopters can’t get the lift needed to fly.

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Couple vacationing in Hawaii killed in helicopter crash

CINCINNATI (WXIX/Gray News) – A Kentucky couple was killed in a helicopter crash while they were vacationing in Hawaii.

The body of Amy Ruark Quintua, 53, was recovered on Thursday by Kauai Ocean Safety Bureau lifeguards after a helicopter crashed near Na Pali Coast in Kauai, Hawaii. Her husband, James Quintua, 60, was also on board.

A family member confirmed that the couple is from Union, Kentucky, part of the Cincinnati area.

The couple was accompanied by 69-year-old Guy Croyden, the pilot of the helicopter.

The bodies of both James Quintua and Croyden were never recovered after rescue crews spent 60 hours searching for them, covering 830 square miles, according to KHNL. The search was suspended on Sunday.

Amy Gail Ruark, Amy Ruark Quintua’s sister-in-law, shared a statement about her family’s tragic loss:

“She was one of the most kindhearted individuals you would ever meet. My favorite thing about her was how freely she would tell those she loved that she loved them. And you knew that she meant it.

She and Jim had found each other and were soulmates. They were one of those couples that you would look at and be in awe of their love for each other. We loved Jim and his family as if he had always been part of the family.

My other brother-in-law says Jim made everyone else look bad by the kind gestures he would do for others. People like them are irreplaceable. The world was a better place with them in it.

Anyone who could pray for our family during this time is greatly appreciated. They were special people that have been taken from us too soon.”

The couple went to Hawaii every year, as James Quintua had family there.

Ruark said her family is heading to Kauai on Wednesday.

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Rory McIlroy’s ball-striking was good enough to win the Genesis Scottish Open, but the putter was a different story. He’ll hope the flat stick will come around for next week’s Open Championship at Royal Troon.

McIlroy hovered around the lead for most of the week at The Renaissance Club, but his 14-under total was four short of winner Robert MacIntyre, the Scotsman who drained a walkoff birdie at the 72nd hole to win on the Scottish coast. It was a respectable title defense for McIlroy, who memorably finished birdie-birdie in 2023 to clip MacIntyre by a stroke, but it wasn’t enough for his second straight Genesis Scottish Open title. McIlroy finished the week in a share of fourth place.

“I had a lot of chances that I wasn't able to convert, and that was sort of the story of the week,” McIlroy said afterward. “Felt like the ball-striking was there pretty much every day. There were a few scrappy bits here and there, but overall, it was a good week to see where my game is heading into next week, especially after the back of three weeks off.

“Pleased with the week with one eye on trying to defend here, but obviously with an eye on trying to get prepared for Troon as well.”

Rory McIlroy rolls in birdie putt at Genesis Scottish Open

McIlroy didn’t display much rust at the Genesis Scottish Open, where he carded rounds of 65-66-67-68 and ranked second in the field in both Strokes Gained: Off-the-Tee and Strokes Gained: Around-the-Green. He ranked No. 63 in the field in putting, though – and the fact that he had an outside chance at the title heading into the final few holes Sunday, then, was a testament to his ball-striking.

“I was leaving a lot of putts short, and when they do get that slow, I actually find it a little trickier to read them,” McIlroy said. “The green speeds, I’ve struggled with the last couple days.”

McIlroy has one final chance in 2024 to snap a major-championship winless drought that currently spans 10 years. It will come next week at Royal Troon, where he finished fifth at The Open in 2016 – albeit 16 strokes back of winner Henrik Stenson.

If he can fine-tune the putter in the next few days, he’ll have as good a chance as any.

“The reason that I like to play the week before the majors is to knock a little bit of rust off and try to get sharp, and I feel like I've done that this week,” McIlroy said. “If I can get the putter to cooperate and get the speed of the greens down … I feel like I’ll be in a really good spot.”

Kevin Prise is an associate editor for the PGA TOUR. He is on a lifelong quest to break 80 on a course that exceeds 6,000 yards and to see the Buffalo Bills win a Super Bowl. Follow Kevin Prise on Twitter .

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First Lt. Daniel Weiss was a 25-year-old Army Ranger preparing for his fourth combat deployment to Afghanistan when he died by suicide at his Tacoma, Wash., apartment in 2012. There were difficult days after that, recalled his father, Andy. But what proved both surprising and hurtful, he said, were efforts to ensure his son’s death was viewed differently than those of fellow service members who had been killed in action.

The family learned, for instance, that Daniel’s name would be excluded from a monument at Joint Base Lewis-McChord memorializing casualties of war. A few years later, at a brunch for military survivors back home in Illinois, the Weisses were told their invitation had been an accident. Though they were allowed to stay, he said, it was made clear the event was for Gold Star families.

“To this day,” Andy Weiss said he feels a “profound sense of loss” when thinking about his son — a pain made worse by “this divisive ‘you’re a Gold Star and you’re not.’” There should be no distinction, in his view. To suggest otherwise, he added, is “ridiculous.”

Weiss’s frustrations are part of a larger, emotionally charged dispute over how America recognizes the families of deceased U.S. troops. The debate was expected to come to a head soon, after the Biden administration spent months reviewing the recommendations of a congressionally appointed working group assigned to settle on a standardized definition for Gold Star families — a process that included consideration of not only troops killed in combat but also suicide victims like Daniel Weiss, and those who die in tragic accidents, such as helicopter crashes , or from fatal service-related illness .

On Friday, however, after multiple inquiries from The Washington Post, the Pentagon withdrew the working group’s proposal — which remains shrouded in secrecy — as it awaited final approval. Maj. Grace Geiger, a Defense Department spokeswoman, declined to detail the group’s recommendation but said the decision to pull it back was based on initial feedback from within the administration. It will be resubmitted, she added, “at an appropriate time.”

The “Gold Star” term dates to World War I, when families hung window banners in their homes bearing blue stars for loved ones fighting overseas and gold ones for those who died. Congress later passed legislation stating that the families of those who die overseas shall receive a Gold Star lapel pin, a small, distinctive decoration with a gold star and purple background. Among the actions that qualified were dying “in military operations involving conflict with an opposing enemy force” or in a terrorist attack against the United States.

The family of service members who die off the battlefield qualify for what’s called the Next of Kin pin. And while both kinds of families generally receive the same government benefits, culturally one stands apart, some say.

The Gold Star title is a “unique and special honor for those who have given their lives in defense of this nation in combat,” said retired Gen. Mark A. Milley , who as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff until last year, and a wartime commander for many years before that, developed a kinship with many families of those killed in Afghanistan, Iraq and elsewhere. In an interview, Milley said he supports maintaining the narrow definition the Pentagon has had in place for years.

This report is based on interviews with more than 20 people familiar with the issue. No matter what decision is made, those most closely involved in the discussion said, the outcome is certain to cause pain to grieving families and inflame long-simmering tensions among organizations typically united in their support for military families.

The broadest proposed change would encompass families of combat casualties and those whose deaths were from suicide, accident or illness. The latter category could include President Biden , whose son Beau, a lawyer in the Army National Guard, died of brain cancer in 2015. The president has linked his son’s death at age 46 to noxious smoke he inhaled while deployed to Iraq years earlier.

The White House declined to discuss its preferred course of action. In a statement, the National Security Council said the president “respects — and remains deeply grateful for — all those military families” grieving.

“Each loss hurts,” the statement says. “Each one tells a story. Each story deserves the country’s solemn recognition.”

The dispute

The effort to broaden the Gold Star definition is led by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), an influential nonprofit established in 1994. Andy Weiss leads Chicago-area grief support groups for the organization. Its founder, Bonnie Carroll, lost her husband, Army Brig. Gen. Tom Carroll , in a plane crash in Alaska two years earlier, and in 2015 received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work.

In a June letter to senior lawmakers , TAPS and a few dozen other military and veterans nonprofits made their case that it’s time for Congress to legislate an “inclusive definition” that recognizes an array of military deaths. The signatories estimated that doing so would cover about 3 million people, and include all kinds of survivors, any time Congress looks anew at the government benefits provided to military survivors. Past legislation, they argued, has not included consistent language, muddying understanding of what a Gold Star family is.

“Creating a consistent, legal definition,” the letter said, “will ensure future legislative proposals improve benefits for ALL surviving families.”

Among the organizations that co-signed were Blue Star Families, the Independence Fund and the Military Officers Association of America. But other major nonprofits withheld their support, including the American Legion, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), the Travis Manion Foundation and the Wounded Warrior Project.

Ryan Manion, chief executive officer of the Travis Manion Foundation, said the definition of a Gold Star family doesn’t need to change to properly recognize other grieving military families. Her brother, a Marine Corps officer, was killed in Iraq in 2007.

“Loss is loss, and I run an organization that represents and has programming for families who have lost a loved one, no matter the circumstances,” she said. “But I think we run a slippery slope when we try to take a specific designation or recognition and expand that.”

Allison Jaslow, an Iraq War veteran who is CEO of IAVA, credited TAPS for its work on behalf of grieving families, but said she sees this proposal as overly broad.

“What I wouldn’t want to do,” she said, “is for the sake of inclusivity not appropriately honor those who truly made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our country.”

The American Legion in May drafted a resolution defining Gold Star status narrowly as close family members of someone who has been killed or died in a variety of other actions overseas. Matthew Shuman, a senior official with the organization, said members discussed the issue for some time and decided to act as it became apparent Congress was interested.

Carroll, the TAPS founder, said that ultimately her objective is to eliminate the “hierarchy of grief” that can compound the challenges mourning families face.

Leaders ‘need to step up’

The dispute’s volatility caught senators by surprise two years ago in an episode that has not been reported previously.

Sens. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) united to introduce legislation that would have created a new federal holiday, Gold Star Families Day , on the last Monday of September, elevating a day first recognized by Congress in 1936 . The proposed legislation defined Gold Star families broadly as the immediate loved ones of any service member who died “while serving in the Armed Forces” or “from a service-connected injury or illness.”

That definition, supported by TAPS, caused a backlash from the families of service members killed in combat and some senior defense officials, prompting some co-sponsors of the bill to withdraw their support and effectively tanking the legislation, said Tony Cordero, president of Sons and Daughters in Touch, a nonprofit supporting the children of U.S. troops killed in action during the Vietnam War. Two other people familiar with the matter, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss a sensitive issue, confirmed the account.

Warren’s office declined to comment. Ernst, a retired Army officer, “has spoken directly to Gold Star spouses and families, and understands the importance of honoring their fallen loved ones accordingly,” her office said in a statement. The bill never received a vote.

Cordero, whose father, William, was killed when his plane went down during a mission over North Vietnam, said his group is “adamantly opposed” to an “all-of-the-above approach.” He recommended instead a rebranding and redesign of the Next of Kin pin, and encouraged the Pentagon to regard the designation with appropriate seriousness such that those families don’t feel slighted.

“It is incredibly difficult to thread the needle with the precise words so that you don’t offend someone who’s loved one died of natural causes, died in a training accident, died of suicide, died of anything other than combat,” Cordero said. “Because the minute you use the wrong word, the entire conversation descends into an emotional mess, and that’s not good for anybody.”

Others are split on the issue.

Jane Horton, whose husband, Christopher, was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2011 while serving in the Army National Guard, said the issue can’t be left to surviving military families to decide because “it is not possible to make an unemotional decision regarding our loved one’s service and sacrifice.” Horton, who worked on military casualty assistance issues in both the Obama and Trump administrations, said senior military leaders “need to step up and make hard decisions” to define the Gold Star designation “once and for all.” She declined to share her opinion on how the issue should be handled.

Pam Zembiec, whose husband, Douglas, died in an ambush in Baghdad while serving in the Marine Corps in 2007, said the Pentagon is not diminishing the deaths of U.S. troops outside combat zones by withholding the Gold Star designation from them. She supports keeping the designation focused on those killed in action.

“It’s not about the grief and the death and the loss,” she said. “It’s about taking away from history.”

Nancy Mullen said that while her husband, Sean, was killed in action in Afghanistan while serving in an Army Special Forces unit in 2013, she favors making the title apply broadly.

“We don’t choose how our loved one dies, and they die from service,” she said. “I hate to see our community fighting over that when there are so many other things that are more important.”

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Helicopter Rides in Denver, CO

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Enjoy a breathtaking flight over Downtown Tampa during sunset.

What will you see during a helicopter flight over Denver, CO?

• The Denver Art Museum
• Denver Broncos’ and Colorado Rockies’ stadiums

Why is a helicopter tour a good idea?

• The takeoff and excellent visibility from the sky give incredible emotions.
• You will see everything on a smaller scale, which give you the opportunity of better sense of direction.
• You will never forget this experience, you can be assured!

From where does the departure occur?

Helicopter tours over Denver usually start from Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. Find the exact information on the page of the tour.

How long does the flight take?

From 10 to 60 minutes depending on the chosen tour. Pay attention to this while choosing.

Can I take photos during a helicopter tour over Denver?

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Blue Ridge Helicopter Tours

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Blue Ridge Helicopter Tours offers fun and excitement, along with beautiful scenery and impeccable safety!

Welcome To Blue Ridge Helicopter Tours

There’s hardly a place on Earth more beautiful than Blue Ridge, Georgia. With majestic mountain ranges, a scenic train route, beautiful lakes and streams, fishing, hiking, shopping or even golfing, there are plenty of things to see and do. And Blue Ridge is even more amazing when viewed from the air. Let us take you on an adventure through scenic Blue Ridge that you’ll never forget. Whether you’re seeking an exciting excursion over the mountains, or a journey along the Taccoa River, or enhancing a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, or retirement, we have the perfect tour for you!”

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With an impeccable safety record, Blue Ridge Helicopter Tours offers beautiful scenery, adventure and an educational experience. Make Blue Ridge Helicopter Tours one of your first stops in Blue Ridge to see what the area has to offer and get the most from your visit. Tours can be combined for a more dynamic experience and custom tours are also available. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for booking and we can accommodate up to 3 passengers.

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Please note that a cancellation within 24 hours of your scheduled tour time or a no-show will result in a charge to your credit card of 30% of the cost of the tour based on two persons per tour. Of course, cancellations by us for any reason, such as unsuitable weather or limited load capacity at the time of the tour will result in no charge to your credit card.

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30 minute tour

$599/ person

Iconic Boston Skyline Tour

30 minute tour $299/ person

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Sunset Skyline Tour

45 minute tour $499 /person

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30 minute tour $399/ person

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45 minute tour $399/ person

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NEW YORK CITY HELICOPTER TOURS

Explore NYC from the air. Offering departures from NYC and New Jersey.

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See Manhattan and the surrounding area in comfort and style on a HeliNY helicopter tour! With both day and night options available, multiple locations and a commitment to safety and service, let us provide you with your dream helicopter ride above New York City!

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Take in all the sights New York City has to offer by taking a New York City helicopter tour! There is no other way to take in the views of all major landmarks from the Statue of Liberty to Central Park in 15 minutes. Hop aboard and let us show you New York City from a whole new perspective!

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Unforgettable minnesota helicopter tours out of anoka county blaine airport.

When it comes to custom tours, the sky's the limit with Minnesota Helicopter tours. We provide fully-customizable and package tours for recreational and business travel. Our helicopter tours are safe, reliable, affordable, and downright fun! No matter what your reason is for flying across the Minnesota skies, we’ll get you from the point of take-off to your destination in style. Contact MN Helicopters today to schedule your flight. The following flights are out of Janes Field which is also known as the Anoka County Blaine Airport which is located in Blaine, MN which is a suburb just north of Minneapolis. Note: This location does NOT accept any walk-up or unscheduled flights.

We do more than offer travel. We help you create memories that will last!

• Take in the Twin Cities Helicopter Tour | You haven’t truly seen Minneapolis and St. Paul until you’ve seen it up close in a helicopter. Minnesotans claim two of the most beautiful cities in the country, so it’s time you see it from a new point of view. Take a flight that puts you face to face with the skyline during the morning, noon, or nighttime. There’s nothing quite like viewing the Twin Cities from overhead. 30 minutes @ $499-$599. 
• Lake Minnetonka Helicopter Tour | Enjoy the beauty of Lake Minnetonka from the air. The lake is one of the largest lakes in the state of Minnesota. The shores are dotted with parks, beaches, trails, fishing areas, beautiful homes, and boating facilities. Fly with a guest or two, and marvel at the vibrant and lush woodlands and lakes across one of the most scenic areas in the United States. 1 hour @ $799-$899. 
• St. Croix River/White Bear Lake Tour | The St. Croix River stretches from Somerset, Wisconsin to Stillwater, Minnesota, then crosses over the scenic White Bear Lake, where you and your guests can take in a close-up view of Downtown St. Paul. You’ll never get enough of this Minnesota Helicopter tour. 30 minutes @ $499-$599. 
• Mississippi River North to Monticello Tour | If you’ve ever wanted to see what the mighty Mississippi looks like as it winds just northwest of Minneapolis, a helicopter ride will give you the full view from the top. You can weave your way through many small communities and hover over the city of Monticello, where hundreds of trumpeter swans call home during the winter months. How’s that for scenic tour?  1 hour @ $799-$899. 

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One of the features you will love about MN Helicopters is the flexibility to personalize your own flying experience. We can take you across the Minnesota landscape in any direction. You can cross the woodlands or take in a stunning view of the Twin Cities skyline. We can book flights for corporate events, weddings, birthdays, family reunions, and more. Prices start at $499. You will need to call for pricing before booking a Custom Flight. 

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At MN Helicopters, we are dedicated to making sure your helicopter ride is safe, fun, and memorable. No matter how much of the landscape you’ve seen, it always looks more magnificent in the air. To schedule your recreational or business helicopter tour today, contact us at 763-784-HELI (4354), or you can message us at [email protected] .

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We were amazed by how smooth the helicopter felt. It was definitely different from the past when I rode in Chinooks and UH-60's in the military. Matt's control of the helicopter was impressive, especially while hovering and taxiing. The downtown area was beautiful at night.

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One of my top goals in life is to experience as much as I can with my boys. Welp, we can check riding in a helicopter off our bucket list! My boys tried to chicken out right before we got on, but we ended our trip with all smiles! Check out Columbus Helicopter Tours for details! Definitely an exciting experience for sure!  [link]

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The ride was comfortable and relaxing. We were impressed by the pilots control and liked how he explained what we were doing. His voice was relaxing and we felt safe. We were even able to fly over our house after seeing downtown! We'll be back with all of our friends.

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Catch a ride on the "h-town express"...the fastest and highest-flying thrill ride in town.

Adventures Rides

Just long enough to make you want to do it again .

The "Discovery" Fight

Experience the thrill and unique feel of floating across the sky in our Air-Conditioned Robinson R44 Raven II Helicopter.

The "Town & Country"

This unique adventure ride takes you up and over City Centre - Houston's premiere shopping and residential district.

The "Katy Shuffle"

This straight-line shot above the busiest Interstate Highway in America will have you over the highly popular Katy Mills Mall in just a few short minutes.

Adventure rides are available daily from 12:00PM - 6:00PM. 2-person minimum Total weight limit per seat is 280lbs.

At an average of 700 feet and 100+ mph - this flight cuts through the heart of the "city" and includes fly-overs of the engergy corridor , the uptown-galleria area, the texas medical center , and downtown houston with all her beautiful skyscrapers..

The "H-Town Express"

There is no better way to see the city than to do so on the "H-Town Express."  W e'll fly you over The Astrodome, NRG Park, Minute Maid Park, the Toyota Center, and more...

"H-Town Express" @ Sunset

Our most popular tour and truly romantic! Departing just a few minutes before sunset - we'll track for Downtown and try to catch the sun setting on all of Houston's beautiful skyscrapers.

Galleria / Uptown Loop

You won't be able to miss the Williams Tower!  This flight includes fly-overs of the Energy Corridor, Galleria/Post Oak-Uptown, Memorial Park, Memorial City, and more!

*** Free t-shirt with any "H-Town Express" and "H-Town Express" @ Sunset tour! *** All flights are private. Air-conditioning. Leather seats. 2-person minimum Total weight limit per seat is 280 lbs.  

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Elevate your special occasions with a helicopter tour. Whether it's a proposal, anniversary, or birthday celebration, create memories that will last a lifetime.

Contact us for additional information on how we can customize your event. 

Why Choose National Helicopter Solutions?

Breathtaking Views: Prepare to be amazed as we soar through the city at an average altitude of 700 feet and speeds up to 100 mph. Our helicopter tours provide you with unrivaled panoramic views of downtown Houston, Uptown/Galleria, Texas Medical Center, Memorial Park, and more. 

Comfort and Convenience: Our state-of-the-art helicopters are equipped with air-conditioning, comfortable leather seats, and large windows providing maximum visibility and comfort throughout your journey.

Safety:  Your safety is our top priority. Our professional pilots are top-rated, FAA certified, and knowledgeable of the city. Our helicopters are maintained by a factory authorized service center and FAA certified aviation maintenance technicians.

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Ready to take flight? Book your helicopter tour with National Helicopter Solutions and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the skies.

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Aerial Film Production

Heli Chicago operates a Eurocopter AS355 “Twin Star” for TV and Movie production in Chicago. We have supported many of your favorite local TV shows locally for the last 15 years.

Most Popular  Tours

Downtown Chicago

45 minutes | Up to 3 passengers United Center – Soldier Field – Navy Pier – Willis Tower – John Hancock – The Bean – Wrigley Field – Museum Campus – Mag Mile – 70 Miles of flight

Intro Flight

30 Minutes | Ages 8 +,  Fly a hughes 500 helicopter with one of our experienced instructors. See what it takes to be a Helicopter Pilot. Makes for a great gift for aviation lovers.

NW Suburbs Ride

30 Minutes | Up to 3 passengers Fly over the Fox river, and scenic Barrington Hills. This ride is perfect for first time flyers or anyone who wants to experience a helicopter on a budget

Twin Engine Helicopter Tour

45 Minutes | Up to 6 passengers Fly on our largest helicopter. Great for bigger groups. See: Downtown Chicago – United Center – Navy Pier – The Bean – Wrigley Field, and more

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Helicopter Marriage Proposal 

Give your Significant other a magical proposal they will never forget. Propose while hovering over the beautiful City of Chicago. 

Need a transfer? 

Charter a helicopter in chicago.

Heli Chicago can also drop you off or pick you up with our on demand charter service

O’Hare to Dowtown 

Downtown to o’hare, schaumburg to lake geneva, chicago to milwaukee, custom charters, call to book, fly with heli chicago, see chicago from the sky.

Heli Chicago

Chicago’s most trusted helicopter service.

All Passengers Must adhere to policies put in place by Heli Chicago and the Federal Aviation Administration. 

Aerial Filming