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    Maverick Helicopters

    4.4 (139 reviews)
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    Cindy W.

    What a smooth ride for a first timer on the chopper, thanks to our experienced pilot - Adam. The journey to Catalina Island was super easy and calm, and we even got to see dolphins. Complimentary overnight parking was available on site, which was a nice amenity. The only hiccup we had was departing at the same time as the cruise arrival (given the traffic follow the same direction until you reach Maverick)...we really thought we would miss our flight. It would have been helpful to know that there is a turn right in front of Maverick that we could use in an extreme situation such as this one.

    Great experience traveling around the island. Adam is an excellent pilot and a great tour guide. Highly recommend!

    Elana M.

    Staff was awesome and super courteous. Such a convenient way to get to Catalina. I definitely recommend!

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    Judith C.

    Great flight to & from Catalina. We enjoy the flights & it's only 15 minutes. Saw a pod of dolphins last trip. The pilot flew around them several times

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    Jonathan Z.

    Super cool experience , booked a morning ride just me and wife with pilot. Blue skies and beautiful views in the air . We saw bisons

    Gerold G.

    First time on a helicopter! Super cool! Also the whole process was so easy! I showed up a little early, checked in, then sat out and watched people board the cruise ship until it was time for take off. It was just me and one other guy, heading in to Catalina for a race. They loaded our stuff, took pictures for us and off we went. It was a super quick flight, 15 minutes. On the Sunday when it was time to leave, they had cancelled the ferry service because of wind and waves, and I was especially stoked to be able to get on a helicopter and get off the island anyway! The flight was smooth, and again the whole experience was super cool, and super easy!

    Hurry up and land. I'm waiting... :-)
    Ron L.

    We booked a flight to Catalina Island and had hotel reservations on the island. The people here are friendly. Parking is tight and limited. Directions from google are off base... Awesome flight out... clear day. Great flight... short and sweet. Pilot was informative and helpful. Recommend helicopter flight vs the boat ride.

    Jessica W.

    要去看Catalina 這個小島,除了坐船坐飛機也是一個不錯的選擇,,高中的時候我第一次來這個小島,也是坐直升機的,因為航程其實不遠,只升級應該10來分就到了,就是聲音很大聲,耳朵很痛,當然他們有發給我們蓋耳朵的,只是不習慣,這一家很公司的服務很好,我在網路上訂票了以後,就有一個人打電話跟我確定所有的行程,也告知該早點到,要注意什麼事項,如果要做直升機去小島玩,這家真的是個不錯的選擇

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    Rachel E.

    Took our 1st ever helicopter ride from Long Beach to Catalina and can't imagine ever taking the boat again! Specific directions on website instruct you on how to get there. Parking was a little tight, but IEX instructed us where to park our oversized truck. On the day of our flight out of Long Beach, I received a call saying we would be delayed due to weather. IEX was great with communicating any changes and kept us up to date. As our new departure time neared, we waited at a nearby restaurant at one of the hotels, which had amazing food and a great view of the harbor. Once we arrived at IEX, they took our baggage and weighed it, then weighed each person. There were snacks and water available in the waiting room along with many seats and a tv. We were handed a waistband safety life vest and then headed to the helicopter. The ride was so smooth, amazing view of the ocean, mainland and Catalina. Total flight time was 12 minutes! When you land, IEX has a taxi ready to take you from heli pad to your hotel. Return flight was the same, smooth and quick! We rode 2 different helicopters, both very nice, clean and comfortable. We can't wait to book again!

    Jennie K.

    What a great way to get to Catalina in 15 minutes! It was a nice safe flight. The pilot was wonderful. Everything you need to know and prepare for the flight is available online. There's also a quick video they provide for instructional purposes. When getting there double check your maps location to ensure the directions don't take you in a circle or onto the wrong side of the facility. iPhone maps took me to the exact Location however Google maps did not. Google maps places us on the other side of the faculty where road blocks did not allow for entry. There is a parking structure right across IEX you can drop off your stuff at the front and park your car across the way in the parking structure. I recommend taking a flight if you want a different experience that is quite affordable.

    Neira Z.

    We've taken two trips to Catalina with their helicopters and both were very pleasant experiences. Smooth travel, good service. Thank you Pedro. :)

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    Great short ride for my sons 8th birthday. We took the flight at night which made it more enjoyable since we could see all the Xmas lights

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