Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
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Helicopter Experience Days: Nothing can compare to the adventure of helicopter flight, and
the Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tour is the ultimate in aerial
thrills; with its adrenaline-pumping vertical ascent and astounding
manoeuvrability, it can provide a sensation of excitement and
flexibility like no other form of travel – and the spectacular
views of the beautiful Cotswolds that will be unfolding beneath you
are just an added bonus!
On arrival at Cotswold Airport, you will check-in with the ground
crew and receive a full safety briefing. You’ll then board a
helicopter flown by an experienced commercial pilot, where you’ll
experience the amazing power of a chopper as you fly over the 34
mile circuit. There will be plenty of opportunities to take photos
from the helicopter while you’re in the air, so don’t forget your
camera!
Packed with plenty of heritage and history, this superb Cotswold tour is a wonderful combination of rural beauty, quaint villages, ancient market towns, and imposing stately homes, and during this scenic tour you will fly over Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester and plenty of beautiful countryside. This hugely enjoyable helicopter tour is the perfect way to explore one of the UK’s most visited and unique areas, and is also a fantastic way to celebrate with loved ones … so treat yourself to an utterly unforgettable experience which will leave you absolutely buzzing!
When can you book Gloucestershire 16-Mile Sightseeing Heli Tour
The Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tours usually take place on one weekend date per month between the months of March - December, subject to availability.
Flying Requirements
Minimum Age: N/A
Maximum Weight: 18 stone*, 14 stone for the front
seat which will be an additional charge.
There are no health or age restrictions for the Cotswold Helicopter
Sightseeing Tours, except children under 18 years must be
accompanied by an adult, on site.
Responsible children can fly in the helicopter unaccompanied. It is
not possible for children to sit on a lap; everyone must have and
pay for a seat. There is a step up into the helicopter, and anyone
less than able-bodied must have someone available to assist them
getting in and out of the helicopter.
*Helicopter tour tickets are priced on the weight added to the
vehicle, so if participants are 18 stone or over - two seats may
need to be purchased. Please enquire if you are unsure about
this.
If any person requires special care, they must be accompanied on
the flight, by a fare paying passenger.
Please note, it is possible to reserve the front seat for an additional fee of £30.
How long is the Gloucestershire 16-Mile Sightseeing Heli Tour
Experience Duration: 0:20
Time Spent at Venue: 0:50
The Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tour is 20 minutes of flyingtime and is approximately 34 miles. Check-in is normally 20 minutesbefore the departure time, so please arrive early and give yourselfplenty of time as there is a safety briefing and introductionbefore you board the helicopter.
Guest Info For Gloucestershire 16-Mile Sightseeing Heli Tour
Participants: The Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tour is for 1 participant.
Max Group Size: 4
Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes
Spectators are welcome to watch your Cotswold HelicopterSightseeing Tour, but will not be allowed airside. At mostlocations there is a cafe and viewing area.
Aircrafts with 4 passenger seats are currently being used for this experience, however occasionally 5 seaters are used when the demand is reached.
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What to Wear For This Activity
You should wear sensible and comfortable clothes for your Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tour. There is heating inside the helicopter and so outer clothing should be kept to a minimum. There is very limited space inside the helicopter so please avoid taking any handheld luggage or handbags. Ear defenders / headsets are provided.
Is This Activity Weather Dependent?
The Cotswold Helicopter Sightseeing Tours are weather dependent. If the flights are cancelled due to bad weather, the centre will contact you to reschedule your flight for another day. Please call the centre after 8 am on the day of your flight for updated flight information.
Gloucestershire 16-Mile Sightseeing Heli Tour Reviews
- 5 stars out of 5
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We have always had a close relationship with Heli Adventures, and this week we had the privilege of interviewing Gemma Heynes on all things airborne. For a first-hand insight into the world of helicopter flying, read on…
Q1. Hi Gemma! So to kick things off, how was HeliAdventures founded?
HeliAdventures provides helicopter tours from a plethora of locations and is part of a long established Helicopter Company based at Cotswold Airport in Gloucestershire. Further services from this multifaceted company include helicopter charters and professional helicopter training.
HeliAdventures was started out of the passion of two pilots who wanted to be able to share their passion and make available to others the experience of helicopter flights. The cost of helicopters make it prohibitively expensive to many, but by setting up HeliAdventures and selling sightseeing tours by the seat we hoped to open up the opportunity to many others to enjoy.
Q2. How do you think HeliAdventures stands out from other helicopter companies?
Not only do we operate all our own events, we always use our own pilots, our own helicopters and operate under our own Air Operators Certificate (AOC), allowing us to provide seamless customer service throughout the booking process and the experience itself. Unlike a majority of UK sightseeing flight operators, we use immaculately presented Airbus Helicopters AS350 aircraft which provides great visibility for all passengers in a much more modern and spacious cabin compared with the Jet Ranger used by most others. Our pilots are very familiar with the specific areas within which our range of helicopter flights and tours are conducted, and they have worked to put together routes that will give you the very best in excitement and spectacle.
Q3. What is your favourite part of running HeliAdventures?
Seeing the joy on customers faces after their flight when, in many cases, they have just realised a life long dream.
Q4. Tell us more about your story and HeliAdventures’ success..
HeliAdventures has grown over the years to become one of the largest UK pleasure flight operators to cover multiple locations throughout the South West and Midlands. Keep an eye out …more of the UK to be added soon! As well as this our training division has been able to satisfy the dreams of many people of becoming a pilot whose initial introduction to helicopters was a pleasure flight with HeliAdventures.
We flew 450 sightseeing tour in 2015, which equates to more than 2,000 passengers and of those 2,000 passengers over 90% rate us 4-5 out of 5 and say they would recommend us to others. We are aiming for 100% in 2016!
Q5. If you could tell every customer one thing, what would you share with them?
“ YOLO ” …. so make the most of it. Come and have fun with us!
Q6. Is there anything else you’d like to add/ mention?
If there is anything you want to know about helicopters do ask – we love talking helicopters!
Huge thanks to Gemma for chatting with us, we hope you’ve enjoyed a little insight into Heli and it’s team! Helicopter rides are great ways to see the ground beneath you from great heights, and there are plenty of locations across the country so everyone can have the perfect experience. Enjoy!
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