The lowest timed pilots in the industry fly these tours, it's where they get their flight time to move onto EMS or corporate. Just something to remember when you're above the biggest canyon in the world
It’s not as safe as it could be that’s for sure. Young inexperienced low time pilots working as many hours as the FAA will allow, then trying to get sleep and do it again. I spent 20 years as a flight RN/Medic so know good and bad pilots. The name of the game is flight hours of experience, that’s where the safety comes from. These pilots are very new into the profession with not a lot of time, hence why they are flying tours. Just something to think about is all.
I appreciate the info! Even though flying isn't my number one thing and I'm not a fan of heights, I had to face my fears and take the risk. The last thing I thought was about the pilot skills haha 😂. However, The pilot we had made me feel secure, but I'm no expert. The price of these excursions can also be high. If flying isn't an option , visiting the national park is a great alternative, just watch out for those edges. The beauty of the place is absolutely breathtaking! Cheers to Life!
Yes, the helicopter is not needed. It is already budget plan to get from Las Vegas to the West rim. I've been to the Grand Canyon a few times, and I love it, but this time I wanted a different view and to try the boat on the Colorado River. On my first visit before, I took the shuttle around and visited the visitor center. There are also plenty of places to walk and enjoy the scenery. My least favorite was the Skywalk, as I don't like heights and the glass floors were a bit much for me. My favorite spot, after the helicopter ride or any visit, is Guano Point. From the top, I was able to see nearly 360-degree views of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River.
The lowest timed pilots in the industry fly these tours, it's where they get their flight time to move onto EMS or corporate. Just something to remember when you're above the biggest canyon in the world
Are you saying it's unsafe? What's the failure rate of these flights?
It’s not as safe as it could be that’s for sure. Young inexperienced low time pilots working as many hours as the FAA will allow, then trying to get sleep and do it again. I spent 20 years as a flight RN/Medic so know good and bad pilots. The name of the game is flight hours of experience, that’s where the safety comes from. These pilots are very new into the profession with not a lot of time, hence why they are flying tours. Just something to think about is all.
I appreciate the info! Even though flying isn't my number one thing and I'm not a fan of heights, I had to face my fears and take the risk. The last thing I thought was about the pilot skills haha 😂. However, The pilot we had made me feel secure, but I'm no expert. The price of these excursions can also be high. If flying isn't an option , visiting the national park is a great alternative, just watch out for those edges. The beauty of the place is absolutely breathtaking! Cheers to Life!
why a helicopter tour... you can see all the same thing from the canyon top... and its a lot cheaper... actually you see even more since your closer.
Yes, the helicopter is not needed. It is already budget plan to get from Las Vegas to the West rim. I've been to the Grand Canyon a few times, and I love it, but this time I wanted a different view and to try the boat on the Colorado River. On my first visit before, I took the shuttle around and visited the visitor center. There are also plenty of places to walk and enjoy the scenery. My least favorite was the Skywalk, as I don't like heights and the glass floors were a bit much for me. My favorite spot, after the helicopter ride or any visit, is Guano Point. From the top, I was able to see nearly 360-degree views of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River.