The Flying Chef

More than just a cooking class…

Departing Sydney Airport we initially fly over the harbour before heading to the picturesque countryside of the Southern Highlands for a culinary experience like no other.

Join renowned Chef James Viles and his team at Biota Dining for a day of gastronomic splendour. With a plethora of experience on both a domestic and international scale James has led the restaurant to success, being awarded with One Chefs Hat in 2011.

Stroll through the kitchen garden to experience Biotas dedication to the extraction of both taste and aroma in all produce and enjoy the unique opportunity to taste interesting flavours and learn something new.

Whether you’re just a beginner or just want to be better, James will share his passion, focusing on artisan produce and seasonal botanicals in every aspect, whilst supporting both local farmers and growers alike to create simple yet delectable food for any occasion.

It’s as simple as fly, cook and eat!

Discounted Internet Rates

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Private Charter

For up to 6 passengers

Pricing for The Flying Chef
x2 – $1050 per passenger	(Total Cost: $2100)
x3 – $867 per passenger	(Total Cost: $2600)
x4 – $775 per passenger	(Total Cost: $3100)

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Please note: For all flights that include lunch and a ground-based component, we automatically give you Private Charter.

When booking for more than 8 passengers, please contact us by phone or email first. Total passenger weight limitations apply for all flights.

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Seating Configuration Explained

You will travel in one of the following helicopters the Robinson R44 (pilot and up to 3 passengers), Bell JetRanger (pilot and up to 4 passengers) or the Bell LongRanger (pilot and up to 6 passengers).
The Bell LongRanger helicopter has seating for 6 passenger and is commonly used for the ‘Shared with Others’ flights. Our standard configuration is for 5 passengers, 1 passenger in the front seat next to the pilot and 4 in the main cabin. However flights operate up to a maximum of 6 seats sold per flight.
Maximum weight limits apply to helicopters, please contact us for any questions.
Internet Rates are discounted from our full brochure rates found in all City Hotels and are given on the basis of direct bookings only (i.e. No 3rd party commissions are payable). Limited time pricing is subject to change without notice. Multi-passenger discounts may not be applicable to all flight options.

Departure Point

DEPARTURE POINT: Blue Sky Helicopters, 462 Ross Smith Ave, Sydney Airport, Mascot NSW 2020. If you are coming in your own vehicle there is FREE parking outside our building. City transfers take approx 25-minutes & are available for additional cost from $80 each way (total cost for up to 4 passengers).

What to Bring

WHAT TO BRING: A camera/phone if you wish. We will also take pictures of you (with your camera/phone) that can be uploaded to your Facebook account after the flight! Sunscreen in the summer & a lightweight jacket or sweater in the cooler months.

Helicam

HELI-CAM: Your flight will be recorded on our first in the world, state of the art High Definition Helicam system. Take home (optional purchase) the ultimate memento of your experience with Blue Sky! Click here to find out more.