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Take a 15‑minute private helicopter flight from near Long Beach Airport for sweeping views of the Queen Mary, the Port of Long Beach, and Catalina Island. Expect live headset commentary, close-up coastal panoramas, and practical preflight checks.
Take a 15‑minute private helicopter flight from near Long Beach Airport for sweeping views of the Queen Mary, the Port of Long Beach, and Catalina Island. Expect live headset commentary, close-up coastal panoramas, and practical preflight checks.
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Operated by Anthelion Helicopters · Long Beach, California
You lift off from a low-slung helipad just south of the Long Beach Airport as the city squares away beneath you. The Pacific unfurls to the west, a ribbed sheet of steel-blue that seems to dare you to come closer. In fifteen minutes the skyline, the Queen Mary’s rusting hull, and Catalina’s high ridge all reorient into a single dramatic panorama.
easy.
15 minutes.
Minimal fitness required — passengers must be able to sit and follow safety instructions, and infants must sit on laps.
The advertised flight duration is 15 minutes from takeoff to landing — allow extra time for check‑in and safety briefing.
Yes — R44 seat limits are 300 lb per seat and group totals under 580 lb; R22 limits are lower. A minimum of two people per booking is required.
Yes — cameras and phones are permitted; secure straps are strongly recommended and pilots may instruct you when to photograph.
If weather or FAA restrictions prevent flying, the operator will offer a reschedule at no extra charge or a refund if rescheduling isn’t possible.
The RMS Queen Mary has been a Long Beach attraction since 1967 and the Port of Long Beach has been a global shipping hub shaping local development for over a century.
Operators follow FAA routing and altitude rules to limit noise; avoid disturbing marine life by not requesting aggressive low passes and support operators who adhere to environmental guidelines.
Anthelion Helicopters operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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