NTSB: “This tragedy should never have occurred.” Update on Hawaii Helicopter Tours and Visitor Safety.
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Aloha! There are many other ways to see and enjoy the beauty of the islands other than by helicopter, and with the risk of flying in one being high, it is a “thrill” I can do without. I’ll keep my feet on the ground and go hiking instead. Or maybe even ride a bike.
Mahalo for all the information and insight you provide.
Hi Debi.
Thank you.
Aloha.
I recall when when there were numerous fixed wing aircraft doing tours. Even Hawaiian Airlines used to fly a 4 engine
turboprop (Dash 7) “Island in the Sky” tour, it was awesome! The fixed wing tours had a much better safety record then the helicopter tours had….I think Hawaiian Air Tours (no relation to Hawaiian Air) started back in the 1950’s till the 1980’s and never had an accident.
Personally I would rather get in a safe fixed wing aircraft and see more of the islands then hover around in a helicopter anyway.
Whatever happened to all the cool fixed wing aircraft tours that used to be available?
Aloha –
Just noticed your line “With this week’s tragic helicopter crash involving Coby Bryant, Hawaii helicopter tour safety comes back to the forefront again.” has Kobe’s name spelled wrong – it appears correct on the title, though. As always, mahalo for the informative article!
Hi Jessica.
Fixed. Thanks so much!
Aloha.
It’s a small correction, but in honor of him, please correct the spelling of his name in the beginning of your article. “Kobe” not “Coby”
Cheers!
Dear Lord have mercy on the loved ones left behind
JM
I’d like you to explain what you meant by “financial considerations” that force the companies to fly. We have noticed more than once on Kauai helicopters flying in bad weather and have wondered why they were flying in such poor conditions. Thank you.
Tour companies fly the “Mission” not the “Safety”. Everyone one knows money talks in this industry.
It won’t be on an R44!
Very Sad to hear. Thoughts and Prayers to the Families of these 7 People. I understand conditions were challenging on this flight. Perhaps someone saw or heard something in the Canyon?
Na ke Akua e hōʻoluʻolu i nā ʻohana a me nā hoa o ka poʻe i nalowale i ko lākou ola.
Very heartbreaking to read about. As someone who works in aviation, I understand the fascination with wanting to take a helicopter tour. But I personally wouldn’t trust them. RIP to all those who died
Aloha, please pray for all those involved in this accident, including all family and friends, mahalo
Thank you for the informative article. You’ve included much more than I’ve seen on regular news sites.
So sad.
Thanks Lanell!
Aloha.