The fleet

Built for the view

Five helicopters, from the intimate Robinson R44 to the twin-engine Dauphin. Spin them round, then read what makes each one special.

Airbus

H130

Illustrative model. Liveries vary.

Airbus

H130

Built with sightseeing in mind. A wide, flat-floor cabin and one of the largest windscreens of any light helicopter put the whole coastline in front of you, and the shrouded tail rotor keeps it remarkably quiet.

Guests
Up to 6
Engines
Single turbine
Main rotor
3 blades
Tail rotor
Fenestron (shrouded)
Landing gear
Skids
  • Panoramic wrap-around windscreen
  • Raised, forward-facing seats
  • Quiet Fenestron tail rotor

Best for Families and groups of up to six

Airbus

H120 Colibri

Nicknamed the Colibri, French for hummingbird. Light, nimble and among the quietest helicopters flying, with a bubble of glass around the cabin.

Guests
Up to 4
Engines
Single turbine
Main rotor
3 blades
Tail rotor
Fenestron (shrouded)
Landing gear
Skids
  • Wrap-around glass cabin
  • Shrouded Fenestron tail rotor
  • Light and agile

Best for Couples and small groups

Airbus

H125 Écureuil

The go-to helicopter for demanding flying all over the world. In 2005 one of this family landed on the summit of Mount Everest; over the Cape it is smooth, strong and sure-footed.

Guests
Up to 6
Engines
Single turbine
Main rotor
3 blades
Tail rotor
Conventional
Landing gear
Skids
  • Powerful turbine engine
  • Excellent all-round visibility
  • Proven worldwide

Best for Groups who want a little extra power

Airbus

AS365 Dauphin

A sleek twin-engine helicopter with a four-blade rotor and retractable wheels. Fast and exceptionally smooth, it comes into its own on longer flights and premium experiences.

Guests
Up to 6
Engines
Twin turbine
Main rotor
4 blades
Tail rotor
Fenestron (shrouded)
Landing gear
Retractable wheels
  • Twin turbine engines
  • Four-blade main rotor
  • Retractable landing gear

Best for Longer flights and special occasions

Robinson

R44 Raven II

One of the most popular light helicopters ever built. Compact and intimate, with big windows on every side and a real sense of flying.

Guests
Up to 3
Engines
Single piston
Main rotor
2 blades
Tail rotor
Conventional
Landing gear
Skids
  • Fuel-injected piston engine
  • Two-blade main rotor
  • Intimate four-seat cabin

Best for Two or three guests

Which helicopter will I fly in?

The make and model is never guaranteed. It depends on your group size, the weight and balance of the aircraft and what is available on the day.

Weight and balance

The limit is 140 kg per seat in the Airbus helicopters and 120 kg in the R44. Tell us when you book if anyone is over 120 kg so we can request the right aircraft.

Ready to choose a flight?

Six scenic routes from the V&A Waterfront, from a 12-minute hop to the 50-minute grand tour.

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