Blue Ridge Helicopters, Gainesville

About Blue Ridge Helicopters

Blue Ridge Helicopters offers aerial tours from its base at Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport in Gainesville, Georgia. Visitors board helicopters for sightseeing flights over regional landmarks including Stone Mountain, downtown Atlanta, Lake Lanier, and Chateau Elan, with custom routes available. The company operates several three-passenger aircraft and two single-passenger helicopters, all maintained by Robinson Helicopter Certified mechanics. Tour options range from brief flights to longer excursions, including champagne tours suited to special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and proposals. Beyond sightseeing, Blue Ridge Helicopters accommodates real estate professionals conducting property surveys and overflights, particularly useful for evaluating larger parcels or mountain properties from above. The company also arranges photo flights for photographers seeking aerial perspectives. Visitors experience flights during daytime and evening hours, depending on availability and tour selection.