Do I really get to fly the helicopter myself?

Yes, under close supervision, you will handle pilot controls, making this a hands-on experience unlike typical helicopter tours.

What is the maximum passenger weight limit?

Passengers weighing over 250 lbs must purchase an additional seat, with a maximum per passenger weight of 300 lbs for safety.

Are there age restrictions for the tour?

Specific age restrictions aren’t stated, but participants should be able to understand and follow pilot instructions.

What happens in case of bad weather?

Tours may be rescheduled or canceled due to weather conditions to ensure passenger safety.

Is there a security screening before the flight?

Yes, all passengers must pass through a metal detector and present valid government-issued identification.

How do I book and are there cancellation fees?

Bookings are available Monday through Saturday; cancellations within 24 hours incur full charges, but rescheduling with 24+ hours notice is allowed.

Helicopter Flights Over NYC with Helicopter Tours NYC

New York City, an urban jungle of steel and glass, offers an unmatched perspective when viewed from above. Helicopter Tours NYC puts you in the pilot’s seat with their Grand Island Helicopter Tour, a 25-to-30-minute experience that delivers a rare chance to fly your own chopper while taking in sweeping vistas of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Launching from the East River Piers at 6 East River Greenway in Lower Manhattan, this tour stretches southward, passing over Liberty Harbor and revealing the sprawling beauty of Coney Island’s famed beach and amusement park.

What sets this flight apart isn’t just the opportunity to pilot a helicopter, but the curated route packed with world-renowned sights. Glide over the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, the nation’s longest double-decker suspension bridge connecting Staten Island and Brooklyn, and circle back north over the Statue of Liberty’s proud stance in New York Harbor. Along the way, feast your eyes on the skyline’s crown jewels including One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and a patchwork of vibrant neighborhoods like Harlem and the Bronx.

Whether this is a special family outing or a memorable date, the tour offers a unique blend of thrill and cityscape appreciation. New York’s harbors, beaches, bridges, and parks unfold beneath you, framed by the chopper’s windows. With scheduled flights Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Helicopter Tours NYC has carved an extraordinary niche in the local adventure scene. By blending hands-on aircraft control with curated aerial sightseeing, they transform an already breathtaking city into an extraordinary theater of aerial adventure.