What do I need to know before going on a helicopter ride?

Don't bring any hats, scarves, or wear accessories or long dresses that can get caught in the helicopter or fly away. Make sure you're wearing clothes that you're comfortable in, such as sneakers and closed foot shoes, and bring a light jacket along with you.



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No hats, scarfs, or loose items are allowed in the aircraft cabin. Please wear closed-toe shoes. Flip-flops and shoes with open backs are not allowed. Sunglasses are OK to wear as our headset will hold them securely to your head.

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We do notice that mornings tend to be clearer, often with trade winds blowing in clouds later in the day. However it's impossible to predict the weather and variations occur regularly. When we fly professional photographers, they tend to like the morning light.

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There is a 300 lbs weight limit per seat with a combined weight of no more than 550 lbs for all passengers. We do weigh all passengers before getting on the helicopter! Why are there weight limits? All aircraft have factory set limits on weight, and it is against FAA regulations to exceed those limits.

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For the most part, helicopter rides are divided into 3 options, a 15 min ride, a 20 min ride, or a 30 min ride.

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The helicopter is equipped with a small spinning blade located at the rear of the aircraft. It is important that passengers NEVER walk to the back, duck under the tail, or approach the rear of the helicopter for any reason. If you must walk around the helicopter, walk out in front.

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It is good practice to crouch while exiting the helicopter if the rotors are turning. Many helicopter rotor systems can dip well below 6 feet from the ground level, which can potentially contact a person or object on the ground.

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While cabin crew can't see how much you paid for your ticket, they are able to see if you're a frequent flier with the airline and, if so, your status.

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§ 125.328 Prohibition on crew interference. No person may assault, threaten, intimidate, or interfere with a crewmember in the performance of the crewmember's duties aboard an aircraft being operated under this part.

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