How to Charter a Local Helicopter Company

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Search for "Helicopter Charter" on the internet or in a telephone directory.

   Expect to pay around $500 for a three passenger helicopter and $1800 for a 5 passenger helicopter, depending on the distance you have to go.
   
   Sometimes it will be much more effective to make two trips in the smaller helicopter, depending on the distance. , Make sure there are no wires because these are the biggest problem for a helicopter trying to land.
   
   Alert your chosen company as to where any wires are situated and realize that the company will make the final decision on where to pick up and land.
   
   Large fields or parking lots are best.
   
   Parking decks are great too, even better are those with lights. , This is a requirement for the FAA (and most likely many other air traffic authorities in your part of the world). , They can fly around thunderstorms, but not at night, for example. , When entering the helicopter, the pilot will assist you.
   
   Do not slam the doors shut.
   
   They work with a simple close and a pin, very unlike a car door. , Scarves, gloves, sunglasses, camera cases and cellular phones are dangerous when introduced to a tail rotor.
   
   Make sure they are under control before you approach the helicopter.
   
   In the summertime, just keep them pocketed. , This is for your comfort, as there is seldom air conditioning; ask ahead of time, and expect to pay a slight premium for air conditioning if you desire it. , This will not be a problem; just keep your arms inside, because the wind is four times the speed than that of your car.
   
   You can easily dislocate or injure your arm.
   
   Wind will not be an issue, wind is designed to slip around the aircraft, not into the cockpit.
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   Step 2: Set up the appointment.

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   Step 3: Scout a good landing area.

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   Step 4: Get landowner permission to land the helicopter and get it written on a piece of paper.

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   Step 5: Count on a 15 minute window of timing

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   Step 6: and realize that these are highly mechanical devices that have weather constraints.

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   Step 7: Wait for help to get in.

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   Step 8: Put away problem items.

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   Step 9: Expect that the doors may be open during flight.

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    Step 10: Keep calm if there is a lack of doors.

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