Helicopter flights can be an unforgettable experience, whether for sightseeing, transfers, or business travel. But not every operator follows the same standards of safety and legality. Around the world, “grey charter” flights and questionable practices continue to put passengers at unnecessary risk. So how can a passenger, who isn’t an aviation expert, spot red flags…
Please be advised that when departing from locations situated below Athinai TMA, such as private heliports, landing sites, or airports like LGMG and you intend to transition through Class G airspace (which extends up to 1000′ AGL), your flight must remain entirely within Class G airspace for the duration of that phase unless of course…
Greek Helicopters in collaboration with AviTracer have launched a beta project integrating ChatGPT, OpenAI’s AI language model, to assist pilots and operations staff with quick, conversational access to the latest Hellenic AIP (Aeronautical Information Publication). The AI tool allows users to ask natural language questions and get instant, accurate responses based on the official AIP…
We inform you that as of today, Monday, June 16, 2025, and until further notice, access to the helicopter landing/takeoff area is suspended. This decision was made for operational and technical reasons, aiming to ensure the safety of visitors, personnel, and vessels within the marina. Please inform your pilots and clients accordingly and take the…
UPDATE: 07 May 2025 – ADS-B flight track data On April 10, 2025, a Bell 206L-4 helicopter with registration N216MH, operated by New York Helicopter Charter Inc., (shutting down its operations immediately, according to the Federal Aviation Administration), owned by Meridian Helicopters, LLC, based in Broussard, Louisiana, tragically crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey…
Helicopter operations can be safely integrated near busy airports, even if the heliports are within the ATZs. This study reviews examples, ATC management, regulatory frameworks, safety practices, and potential applications for LGAV.
Robinson R88 Robinson Helicopter Company has unveiled its latest innovation, the R88 helicopter, marking a significant expansion of its product line. This new model is designed to meet a diverse range of mission requirements while maintaining the company’s reputation for reliability, affordability, and safety. Design and Capacity The R88 is the largest helicopter ever…
Helicopters, with their unique ability to take off and land vertically, offer unparalleled flexibility in aviation. In Greece, where remote islands, mountainous terrain, and areas with limited infrastructure are common, this capability is even more valuable. Tourism and Recreational Use Helicopter tourism is a growing industry in Greece, where natural beauty is a major draw…
Σημαντικά προβλήματα στην ομαλή λειτουργία των ελικοδρομίων στην περιοχή του Κορωπίου με τις άδειες εκκίνησης αν δίδονται ακόμα και μετά από 40 λεπτά αναμονής.
Οι αερομεταφορείς που υπογράφουν το υπόμνημα, τονίζουν ότι είναι σύσταση είναι αυθαίρετη, παράνομη και χωρίς ουσιαστικό λόγο.