Specialties
We specialize in perfecting the aerial tour adventure. As aerial film specialists, we know the places, times and that special light that creates those jaw-dropping aerial scenes on TV. So when we create the perfect aerial tour we head for those places that others don't go. We fly the latest model and most advanced technology helicopter in the region. Our helicopter is some 20 years newer than other operators. We pride ourselves in being good eco stewards and are considerate of others experience in the area so we don't fly in those areas that impact visitors with helicopter noise.
History
Established in 1972.
Gary attended Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, commonly known as the 'Harvard of the Air' as a young man and has matured into an experienced and knowledgeable pilot with over 6,000 hours of flight time. In his twenties he was the youngest owner-operator in the world of the high performance, twin-engine Aerostar which was, at the time, the fastest production line airplane made. He has flown everything from sophisticated multi-engine turbo props, ultra-lights, seaplanes, to piston and jet, helicopters. He Gary Kauffman ATPhas accumulated many flight hours in and around the mountains of the West and is extremely familiar with the weather and wind phenomena that are present with mountain flying. He is an Emmy nominated aerial cinematographer who has provided footage for programs aired on NatGeo, PBS, BBC, ABC, and many other documentaries, advertisements, and foreign productions. All aerial footage seen on our website was shot by Gary and are representative of what you will see on our
Meet the Business Owner: Gary K.
Gary attended Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, commonly known as the 'Harvard of the Air' as a young man and has matured into an experienced and knowledgeable pilot with over 6,000 hours of flight time. In his twenties he was the youngest owner-operator in the world of the high performance, twin-engine Aerostar which was, at the time, the fastest production line airplane made. He has flown everything from sophisticated multi-engine turbo props, ultra-lights, seaplanes, to piston and jet, helicopters. He Gary Kauffman ATPhas accumulated many flight hours in and around the mountains of the West and is extremely familiar with the weather and wind phenomena that are present with mountain flying. He is an Emmy nominated aerial cinematographer who has provided footage for programs aired on NatGeo, PBS, BBC, ABC, and many other documentaries, advertisements, and foreign productions. All aerial footage seen on our website was shot by Gary and are representative of what you will see on our