HeliFlite Expands Helicopter Charter Operations to Florida

HeliFlite, the Premier Provider of Helicopter Transportation in the New York Area, Expands Charter Service Operations to Florida

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Nov 30, 2011, 06:02 ET

NEWARK, N.J., Nov. 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- "Florida is a popular travel destination for our clientele," states Brian Lantier, Director of Strategy and Business Development at HeliFlite. "The demand for charter operations has increased significantly over the years. The ability to save time by flying directly to top golf courses, Miami or Disney World is a huge convenience."

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Florida operations will be based out of West Palm Beach. The HeliFlite fleet features a complement of Bell 430 and Sikorsky S-76 executive helicopters. HeliFlite only operates executive class twin-engine aircraft and always flies with two pilots. All aircraft are Category A certified and equipped with a Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS-1), Electronic Flight Instrumentation System (EFIS), and a Global Positioning System (GPS) for precise navigation in any weather.

HeliFlite's safety record since founding in 1998 is exceptional, consistently receiving the highest accolades in the industry. The company recently renewed its ARGUS Platinum rating and has also been recognized by Wyvern who has audited the company seven times and recommends HeliFlite as a "Wyvern Wingman."

Founded in 1998, HeliFlite is a full service helicopter operator offering on-demand charter, a 25-hour HeliCard, fractional ownership and aircraft management services. The company operates within a 250-mile radius of New York City and Florida. HeliFlite employs the top personnel in the industry including pilots who average over 7,000 hours of flight experience. HeliFlite's Director of Maintenance was formerly a maintenance supervisor for the presidential helicopter squadron.

For more information about HeliFlite visit www.HeliFlite.com or call 1(877) FLY-HELI.

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