Aperitif in Hangar 7

Mountainflyers rents helicopters to licensed helicopter pilots. The following types of helicopters are available for charter:

• Robinson R22 Beta II
• Robinson R44 Raven II
• Bell 505 Jet Ranger X
• Airbus Helicopters H125

Requirements for chartering / renting the helicopter of Mountainflyers are a valid pilot license, a current medical, a rating for the respective type of helicopter and a check flight with a mountain flyer instructor.

The required flying experience varies depending on the type of helicopter.

Airbus H125

Valid type rating

200h TT on helicopter

50h turbine

10h on type

No minimum requirements if PPL training has been completed on the Airbus H125.

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The most versatile helicopter fleet in Switzerland. We have the right helicopter for every occasion. The choice of helicopter model has a great influence on your experience during a helicopter flight.  Mountainflyers operate ten helicopters. From the small training helicopter Robinson R22 to the luxurious and fast Leonardo AW109 SP.

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Number: 1 | Location: Base Bern | Registration: HB-ZNK

Leonardo AW109SP GrandNew

The AW109SP GrandNew is a twin-engine helicopter made by the Italian manufacturer Leonardo (formerly Agusta Westland). The helicopter offers maximum safety through the latest technology and transports up to six passengers in the spacious and quiet cabin. Wide-opening sliding doors and electrically extendable steps provide easy access. The extended luggage compartment offers plenty of room for personal luggage. The glass cockpit provides the pilots with an excellent view and an ergonomic workplace.

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Number: 1 | Location: Base Bern | Registration: HB-ZNL

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS H125 

The "squirrel" family was created in the 70s by the French manufacturer Aerospatiale (later Eurocopter, now Airbus Helicopters) and still enjoys great popularity today. The helicopters are used worldwide for a variety of missions and show their strengths in difficult tasks in the high mountains. To date, the "squirrel" is the only helicopter ever to land on the summit of Mount Everest. The variant H125 (formerly AS350 B3e) is the newest and strongest of the model series. At Mountainflyers, the helicopter, which offers space for five passengers next to the pilot, is used for scenic and taxi flights, film flights and pilot training.

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Number: 2 | Location: Base Grenchen | Registrations: HB-ZWM | HB-ZWL 

Bell 407 GXi

The dynamic performance capabilities of the Bell 407 have earned it a reputation for reliability and versatility. The Bell 407 GXi can be used in all areas. It has a total of 6 passenger seats and offers excellent panoramic view. At Mountainflyers, the helicopter is used for sightseeing and taxi flights as well as for the pilot training.

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Number: 1 | Location: Base Bern | Registration: HB-ZJK

ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II

The four-seat Robinson R44 has been the world's best-selling helicopter every year since 1999 and is powered by a Lycoming piston engine. It is the ideal helicopter for exclusive sightseeing flights with few passengers, such as wedding flights. Each passenger has a window seat and benefits from an unrivaled low price. At Mountainflyers the helicopter is used for sightseeing and taxi flights, film flights and for pilot training.

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Number: 3 | Locations: Base Bern & Base Grenchen | Registration: HB-ZMF, HB-ZOB, HB-ZGO

ROBINSON R22 BETA II

The two-seater helicopter with a Lycoming piston engine is ideal for basic aviation training and is the best-selling training helicopter in the world. The rotor system of the R22 has a low mass and the helicopter is controlled directly by rods without hydraulic support. Its control system is very sensitive and requires a steady hand to avoid overcorrections. Pilots who master the R22 have no difficulty flying larger helicopters. At Mountainflyers, this helicopter is used for trial flights ("fly yourself") and for pilot training.

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Number: 3 | Locations: Base Bern, Grenchen & Les Eplatures | Registrations: HB-ZWF | HB-ZWE | HB- ZWD

Due to its adaptability to many flying areas, the Bell 505 can be used in a wide range of tasks.
Equipped with the latest avionics and glass cockpit, the Bell 505 is the ideal combination of versatility, consistent performance and low operating costs. The latest technology and the resulting reduced fuel consumption contribute to environmentally friendly operation.
The generous glazing contributes greatly to safety and allows passengers a fascinating all-round view.

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