Do I need a reservation for a helicopter tour in St. Louis? No, for one of our four flight packages listed on our TOURS page, reservations are not needed. Reservations are needed for Special Events. Can I walk up without a reservation? Yes, walk-ins are encouraged during our hours of operation and our team will have you up in the air as soon as possible. Where do Gateway Helicopter Tours depart from? Our flights depart from our dock on the St. Louis riverfront, in front of the Gateway Arch. Our address is 50 N Leonor K Sullivan Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63102 How much does a St. Louis helicopter tour cost? Flights begin at $59 per passenger and go up to $229 per passenger. Price depends on the duration of each flight. What happens if the weather is bad? Operations may be canceled or postponed due to weather. If you had a reservation for a flight that is canceled due to weather, our team will contact you with rescheduling options. Is there a passenger weight limit? Yes, there is a 300 lbs weight limit per seat. Also a combined passenger weight cannot exceed 550 pounds. Why are there weight limits for helicopter tours? All aircraft have factory set limits on weight and it is against FAA regulations to exceed those limits. How many people can ride in the helicopter? Our helicopter can accommodate up to three passengers plus the pilot. Can children ride? Yes, all ages are welcome. If you have children under the age of 2 and under 30 lbs they will ride free! Can I take pictures during the flight? While on the flight deck, photos are prohibited! We need your full attention while around the helicopter. Once in the helicopter we encourage you to take all the photos and videos you would like! Can passengers talk to each other during the flight? Yes! Each passenger will have a headset on to allow for normal conversations. Can helicopters fly through the Gateway Arch? No, flying through the Gateway Arch is against the law. Will we be going upside down or doing any flips? No, your safety is our number one priority! Do you offer private or special-event flights? Yes, we offer a number of special event flights such as wedding and engagement flights, gender reveals, and golf-ball drops. Please call (314-496-4494) or email ([email protected]) us to learn about pricing and possibilities. Have we ever crashed with passengers during a helicopter tour? No! Safety is our number one priority and all of our pilots are trained.
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