The Best Landmarks in New York City to See from the Air
New York has so many amazing landmarks that it is virtually impossible to see them all in the course of a single day, or even a full weekend. However, it is absolutely possible to hit all of the spots on your bucket list by taking a NY helicopter tour that allows you...
Day in the Life of a Helicopter Pilot
Flying a helicopter is a dream come true. While piloting a helicopter over New York City is a lot of fun, it also comes with the tremendous responsibility of making sure that safety is always the highest priority. Our helicopter pilots are all highly trained and they...
Take a Couples Helicopter Tour around NYC for Valentines Day
When you are in love it often feels as though you are walking on the clouds, and going on a helicopter tour is the perfect way to celebrate your beautiful relationship. While your partner would probably be happy with just dinner and some flowers, the truth is that...
The Anatomy of a Helicopter
A helicopter is a rotor-controlled aircraft with a complex anatomy. Although a helicopter is smaller than an airplane, the fast-spinning rotors makes it much more difficult to control. Below, you will learn about the key parts to a helicopter ranging from the cockpit...
How Does Weather Affect Helicopter Tours
In the days leading up to your helicopter experience around New York City, it is normal to be full of excitement and questions. After all, we offer the best helicopter tour NYC has to offer, and no one wants to miss a thing. Naturally, one of the most frequent...
Top 10 Things to do in Manhattan
Whether it is your first visit to New York City or the hundredth, there is always something new to experience. To help you plan your itinerary, we decided to put together a few of the things that we think everyone who visits Manhattan should do at least once....
Helicopter vs. Drones: Aerial Film Production
Drones have recently added a new tool for aerial filming that has caught the attention of both pros and amateurs alike. Although drones literally put the flight controls in your hands, it's important to remember that they may not be all that meets the eye. The truth...
Book a NYC Helicopter Ride for the Perfect Holiday Present
The holidays are one of the most beautiful times to tour New York City. As the skyline lights up in seasonal colors and the Statue of Liberty is decked out in snow, even long-term residents of the city cannot help but feel the holiday spirit. This year, take your...
How Does a Helicopter Work
Watching a helicopter take off and land is always intriguing. After all, it seems as though the gravity defying mechanisms of the helicopter work just like magic, and it is true that every aircraft is made with an emphasis on perfection. Although helicopters have gone...
A Brief History Of Helicopters
Since the beginning of time, humans have been fascinated by the concept of flight. After all, the ability to quickly get from one place to another is the ultimate convenience, and the beauty of an aerial view of their favorite city is something that everyone should...