Manatee Helicopter Tours of Crystal River, FL

Hours of Operation:

Daily:   By Appointment Only 


Where do tours depart from?
All tours originate and terminate at our ticket office located in the Vacation Station office next to the airport by the Dairy Queen.  There is no charge for parking at the ticket office.  Transportation between our ticket office and the helicopter is provided free of charge and you are escorted to and from the helicopter.
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How many people can fly?
We have a two person minimum for launching a flight.  For groups of nine or larger, discounts are available. We will make every effort to seat individual travelers on a space available basis. If this is not possible, individual passengers may fly alone by paying an additional fee.

Do we need a reservation?
Please call ahead for reservations.  We may be available on short notice, so please call.

How do we reserve?
In order to reserve, either call, fax or email us the following information:

1. name
2. number of passengers
3. approximate individual passenger weights
4. name of tour
5. date and time you would like
6. telephone number on day of flight
7.
how did you hear about us?

If you email your request, we will confirm by return email.

How long are the tours?
You should plan on approximately 30-45 minutes from the time you arrive at our ticket office until the time you leave depending on which tour you select. For information on the actual flight time during each tour, please refer to Tour Info.

Is there an age limit?
There is no age limit but children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult.  Children pay full ticket price.

Is there a weight limit?
Due to safety requirements, we cannot accommodate persons weighing more than 300 lbs.  All flights are subject to weight and balance limitations.  We can accomodate 3 passengers at a time provided the total passenger weight is less than 600 lbs.

Who is your pilot?
Your pilot, Terry K. Hambel, has been flying for over 40 years.  He holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate for both airplanes and helicopters and has over 1700 flight hours.  He is also a Certified Helicopter Flight Instructor with more than 500 hours of instruction given and has attended the Robinson Factory Safety Course.

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