Fly Me to the Races  (25 mins)

Arrive in style at the races by helicopter...

Looking for the ultimate day in entertainment and indulgence? Want to surprise your partner, celebrate in style, or spoil your clients? Then our Race Day Package is for you, combining world class sporting action with the best in transport and accommodation.

Your itinerary includes.

25-minute scenic flight taking in the spectacular sights of Sydney Harbour, Bondi Beach and the eastern suburbs, before landing in the infield of Royal Randwick Racecourse or Rosehill Gardens.

After spending the afternoon at the track, you will then be met by a chauffeur and transported in a S Class Mercedes or 7 Series BMW to the Shangri-La Hotel (in the City) for a night of five-star luxury in a Grand Harbour view room. Includes complimentary in-room broadband Internet access/wireless in the reception area full buffet breakfasts at Cafe Mix (value $76) plus Complimentary access to the Health Club with Gymnasium & Pool... THIS OFFER IS EXCLUSIVE TO BLUE SKY HELICOPTERS.

This exquisite hotel is ideally located in the CBD, overlooking Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House.

(SPECIAL FLIGHT DEAL ONLY: 25-minute helicopter flight available over the beaches, harbour & city before landing at Royal Randwick from just $225pp)...

Click here for the Randwick or Rosehill Gardens racing calendars.

Why you should choose to fly with Blue Sky Helicopters.

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Blue Sky is the longest established & only locally owned & operated Helicopter Company based at Sydney Airport. The closest heliport to the city, beaches and harbour. As a locally owned business, you are dealing directly with us... Our heart and passion for showcasing Sydney (and it’s magnificent surrounds) can’t be outdone.!

Worlds’ first multi-camera high definition 16 x 9 filming of your actual flight...

As with all the camera systems we have developed over the years, We are always striving to lift the bar... Our latest system can’t be surpassed as we are now offering (and are the only company in the World to do so) switchable multi-camera High Definition 16 x 9 filming of your actual flight (complete with pilot narration, choreographed stereo music (using top of the line Bose A20 headsets) & Pilot/Air Traffic Control interaction). The film of your flight can be taken home on (multi region / including Blu-Ray) DVD with you straight after the flight. Check this footage out..

With our first system, custom built in 1999, we are the leaders in onboard (real-time edit) Helicam in Australia. Blue Sky pioneered the original broadcast quality Helicam systems in Australia, now we’ve perfected it. Not one of our competitors can offer the above system...Just Blue Sky!

In another industry first, prior to and during the flight, still images will be taken of you that will be sent remotely back to the Blue Sky Terminal (in real time) and onto our online server, these images can be purchased (in print form) and also be instantly uploaded onto your Facebook or Twitter account. A selection of these images will also be uploaded onto the Blue Sky Facebook page after the flight.

We operate the only R44 helicopter in the World with full surround view panoramic doors - See images here.

For all flights, we guarantee you the most reliable choice in helicopters flown by experienced and knowledgeable helicopter pilots.

And finally, a quick word about price, aircraft & choosing the right helicopter company.

  1. Blue Sky Helicopters has maintained an outstanding record of safety since our inception in 1996. We are a Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Certified Air Carrier.
  2. We have noticed a few companies advertising on the net that are operating in association with other companies AOC’s (Air Operating Certificate). Make sure you only fly with a company that has it’s own AOC. Issued by CASA, this permission allows aviation companies to conduct commercial activities under the Civil Aviation Act. We are proud to operate under our own AOC.
  3. We don’t always claim to offer the cheapest scenic flights/tours but we are one of the the best at it (quality and cheap are not usually in the same sentence, especially in aviation!)... Our reputation in this industry speaks volumes.
  4. Our aircraft of choice are the Bell 206 B3 Jetranger & the Robinson R44 type helicopters which both have the best safety records in their class. Couple that with our pilots who have years of experience & you’re in great hands! Continue to Company Profile

City to Heliport (ground) transport options / or FREE car parking at the Heliport.

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Return transfers from the City to Blue Sky Helicopters for just $45 each way (Ford G6E Falcon). Or for that really special occasion UPGRADE to a Mercedes S Class or a BMW 7 series chauffeured car for an additional $90 each way. For Private Charter flights & tours greater than 45-minutes, the return City transfer is FREE. For those making their own way to the Heliport, we have FREE parking right outside our door!.

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In the evening, we invite you to dine in one of Sydney's top restaurants...

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Taking dining to new heights, Altitude Restaurant, located on the top floor of the 5 star Shangri-La hotel is Sydney's latest dining hot spot With five metre high floor to ceiling windows, this signature restaurant presents the world-class talents of Chef de Cuisine Steven Krasicki..

Cuisine: Modern Australian inspired by European influences. Degustation or à la carte menu. Cost is an additional $125pp. (all year round except 14th Feb & 31st December). This option can be added to the "Flight only" deal or onto the "Flight & Race day package".

SPRING/SUMMER 2011/12 SPECIAL...
In conjunction with the prestigious 5-Star Shangri-La Hotel, We are pleased to announce our & fantastic Fly / Dine at Altitude / Stay the night package... Exclusive to Blue Sky Helicopters, we have negotiated a great deal for our passengers to dine at Altitude & stay the night in the 5-star Shangri-La Hotel. Other benefits & Conditions: Shangri-La/Altitude Restaurant offer can also be used with any of our other flights.

Note: When booking for more than 7 passengers, please make contact with us by phone or email first.

PILOTS NOTE: “After flying over the beaches & harbour, arrive in style at one of Australia's most prestigious racecourses"

DEPARTURE POINT: Heliport, 462 Ross Smith Ave, Sydney Airport. If you are coming in your own vehicle you can park for FREE outside our building. City transfers take just 15-minutes & are available from just $45 each way. When booking a "Private Charter" flight/tour of 45-minutes or more, then the return City transfer is FREE of charge.!

WHAT TO BRING: A camera if you wish. We will also take pictures of you (with our camera) that can be uploaded to your FACEBOOK & TWITTER accounts straight after the flight. Sunscreen in the summer & a lightweight jacket or sweater in the cooler months.

HELI-CAM: When flying in our R44, your flight will be recorded on our “First in the World” State of the Art High Definition Helicam system. Take home the ultimate souvenir memento. Click here to find out more.

FLIGHT / TOUR MAP: Click here to view the tour map for this flight. (Viewable from Jan 2012).

GIFT CERTIFICATE: Purchase this flight as a gift for a friend, family member or work colleague. Certificate is valid for 6 months. Click here.

QUESTIONS: Talk to us right now via our Live Support Desk, call (02) 9700 7888 or email us.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Flying with Blue Sky, please take a moment to our read our T&C's.

Blue Sky Helicopters Pty Ltd is a fully certified Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) accredited Air Operator. Air Operating Certificate (AOC) number: S551971