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Please note: Vintage Biplane Rides and Family Sightseeing Rides are taking place out of the Carp Airport until further notice. For inquiries related to bookings, please contact Ottawa Aviation Adventures directly at 613-316-7229.

Helicopter rides with Passport Helico are still taking place as scheduled.

Flights

Take to the skies year-round!

Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Ottawa with helicopter flights at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum, which is located next to a historic airfield.

 

Additional fees apply

Helicopter rides

Enjoy an informal tour over the region with this once-in-a-lifetime experience – a flight on a Robinson R22 helicopter with Passport Hélico Services. As you climb into the skies over the National Capital Region, you’ll begin to see iconic landmarks in a whole new way. The helicopter’s enclosed cabin has two rows of side-by-side seating for the pilot and up to three passengers. The bubble canopy offers great views, so be sure to bring your camera!

Tour options and fees

Initiation – 30 km, 10 minutes, $129* per person, per flight

Take off from the Canada Aviation and Space Museum, for a flyover of the Ottawa city. Admire the downtown, the Parliament Hill and the Rideau Hall.

Fly by – 60 km, 20 minutes, $179* per person, per flight

On top of the 10 minutes ride, fly over the Gatineau city and the Ottawa river. Heading to the entry of the Gatineau hills, admire the Meech lake and the Champlain lookout, before returning towards the Ottawa city from the sky.

Tour – 90 km, 30 minutes, $229* per person, per flight

Our 30 minutes tour offers a complete overview of the region! Explore the Gatineau natural park, following its hills and its river. On the way back, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Ottawa valley and city.

HelicoSpa10 – 30 km, 10 minutes, $189* per person, per flight

Enjoy a helicopter flight of 30 KM, 10 minutes in the air over Ottawa. Discover the region in a different way! Before or after the sensational experience, relax at the KONEA spa of Gatineau. Access to the spa will be given at our office (only for over 18 years old, possible waiting time at the spa on crowded days).

HelicoSpa20 – 60 km, 20 minutes, $239* per person, per flight

Enjoy a helicopter flight of 60 KM, 20 minutes in the air over Ottawa. Discover the region in a different way! Before or after the sensational experience, relax at the KONEA spa of Gatineau. Access to the spa will be given at our office (only for over 18 years old, possible waiting time at the spa on crowded days).

Grand Tour – 120 km, 45 minutes, $339* per person, per flight

Our 45 minutes Grand Tour offers a complete overview of the region and an extended fly over lake Meech. Enjoy Gatineau Hills and downtown Ottawa on the way back.

*2-person minimum per flight

Availability

Available from late May to October.

Reservations

Rides may be reserved at https://www.passport-helico.com/tours-dhelicoptere/tours-ottawa/) or on site at the museum.

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Vintage biplane flights

Please note: Vintage Biplane Rides and Family Sightseeing Rides are taking place out of the Carp Airport until further notice. For inquiries related to bookings, please contact Ottawa Aviation Adventures directly at 613-316-7229.

 

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Family sightseeing flights

Please note: Vintage Biplane Rides and Family Sightseeing Rides are taking place out of the Carp Airport until further notice. For inquiries related to bookings, please contact Ottawa Aviation Adventures directly at 613-316-7229.

 

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