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HELICOPTER CHARTER SERVICES IN THE SAN ANTONIO AREA
Take advantage of our flexible, convenient, and speedy helicopter charter services in Bulverde, TX. Performance, comfort, and cost are some of the options to consider when choosing the right charter helicopter. At Helicopter Experts, Inc., our primary focus is customer satisfaction by providing you with a helicopter that meets your needs and won't exceed your budget.
Whether it's an executive charter, aerial work mission, business trip, or a tour, we will deliver the appropriate helicopter charter just for you. Helicopter Experts, Inc. will provide you with the right chopper in terms of cost, suitability, comfort, and reliability.
TYPES OF CHARTERS:
- Helicopter Taxi
- Weddings
- Traffic Reporting
- Power Line Inspections
- Aerial Photography and Videography
- Deer and Animal Surveys
- Gender Reveals
- Helicopter Tours
- Firefighting
- Newsgathering
- Pipeline Inspections
- Aerial Photographer Transportation
- Hog Hunting
- Helicopter Rides
- Law Enforcement
- Helicopter Crane for External Loads
- Aerial Surveys and Pipeline Patrol
- Real Estate Inspections
- Golf Ball Drops
FAA-APPROVED CHARTER SERVICES
Our charter services are approved by the FAA to provide unscheduled helicopter charter and air taxi services under the FAR Part 135, Certificate #H2ES481K. We are not limited by a 25-mile maximum flight, and we can transport you to a different location of your choice.
HOW IS A FAR PART 135 AIR TAXI OPERATOR DIFFERENT FROM A FAR PART 91.147 OPERATOR?
- All pilots and mechanics must be routinely drug tested.
- All pilots must pass a strict annual check ride.
- All helicopters and facilities must meet higher standards.
- FAA inspections are performed more stringently and frequently.
- All pilots must adhere to and record strict regulations on-duty time.
OUR AIRCRAFT
Helicopter Experts, Inc. operates the following helicopters for charters and flight training:
BELL 47 G2 – STANDARD THREE SEATER
The Standard BH47G2 is powered by the reliable Lycoming VO-435 series engine. The 6 cylinder, air cooled engine produces 265 horsepower and derated to 200 (MCP). The BH47 is ideal for helicopter photography and flight training since the aircraft has ample visibility and is stabile and easy to fly. It will carry one pilot and two passengers all three occupants side by side in a standard Bell 47 cabin at a speed of about 80 MPH or with a full load of passengers and maximum fuel the BH47 will cruise at an average speed of 75 MPH for 2 hours. All passengers can talk to each other through a voice activated intercom system with individual headsets and at your option music will be provided for your enjoyment. We will remove your door at your request for an unobstructed photo. Our BH47 G2 is equipped with a standard VFR panel for primary flight training with GPS.
Maximum cabin weight 550 pounds with a
Maximum seat weight for Flight Training of 220 pounds.
ROBINSON R22 TWO - SEATER
The Robinson R-22 helicopter is ideal for helicopter charter and pilot training. The R-22 is a two-seat modern helicopter that will carry two passengers with a proven record of reliability and speed that has resulted in it being the largest produced helicopter in the world. The reliable Lycoming O-320 series engine powers the R-22. The 4 cylinder, air cooled engine produces 160 horsepower but is derated to 124 (MCP). The R-22 has a maximum speed of 102 Knots (118 MPH) and with adequate fuel and two people will cruise at 85 Knots (100 MPH) for about 2.5 hours. It is ideal for charter and photography with a perfect view; we will remove your door at your request for an unobstructed photo. This aircraft is our primary choice for pilot training since the console is easy for both the student and instructor to access. Being a small piston powered helicopter the student must become familiar with the operation of the throttle for R.P.M. control which increases the skill required to operate helicopters of other type designs. The R-22 is very sensitive on the control touch and pilot control input skills are quickly acquired resulting in increased piloting abilities, which greatly aid during the transition to other make and models of helicopters. Maximum seat weight per passenger is 240 pounds.
ROBINSON R66 TURBINE - FIVE SEATER:
The Air conditioned R-66 is powered by the reliable Rolls Royce RR300 Turbine Engine. The 300 horsepower engine is derated to 270 for takeoff with a continuous Horsepower rating of 224 (MCP). The R-66 is ideal for helicopter charter since the aircraft can carry one pilot and four passengers in quiet comfort at a maximum speed of 120 Knots (138 MPH) . A baggage compartment will provide ample storage for large items. All passengers can talk to each other through a voice activated intercom system and at your option music will be provided for your enjoyment. We will remove your door at your request for an unobstructed photo. Our R-66 Turbine Helicopter is equipped with a full panel for instrument flight training and a factory installed Auto Pilot Maximum seat weight per person is 300 pounds.
BELL 47 G4A – HIGH PERFORMANCE THREE SEATER
The High Performance BH47G4A is powered by the reliable Lycoming VO-540 series engine. The 6 cylinder, air cooled engine produces 280 horsepower and derated to 220 (MCP). The BH47 is ideal for helicopter photography and flight training since the aircraft has ample visibility and is stabile and easy to fly. It will carry one pilot and two passengers all three occupants side by side in our wide cabin G4A at a speed of about 80 MPH or with a full load of passengers and maximum fuel the BH47 will cruise at an average speed of 75 MPH for 2.5 hours. All passengers can talk to each other through a voice activated intercom system with Bose headsets and at your option music will be provided for your enjoyment. We will remove your door at your request for an unobstructed photo. Our BH47 G4A is equipped with a standard VFR panel for primary flight training with GPS.
Maximum cabin weight 550 pounds with no weight limit for an individual person.
ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II - FOUR SEATER
The Air conditioned R-44 is powered by the reliable Lycoming IO-540 series engine. The 6 cylinder, air cooled engine produces 260 horsepower but is derated to 205 (MCP). The R-44 is ideal for helicopter charter since the aircraft can carry one pilot and three passengers in quiet comfort at a maximum speed of 130 Knots (140 MPH) or with a full load of passengers and maximum fuel the R-44 will cruise at an average speed of 115 Knots (132 MPH) for 2.5 hours. All passengers can talk to each other through a voice activated intercom system and at your option music will be provided for your enjoyment. We will remove your door at your request for an unobstructed photo. Our R-44 Raven II is equipped with a full panel for instrument flight training and a factory installed Auto Pilot Maximum seat weight per person is 300 pounds.