Niagara Helicopters has flown hundreds of thousands of thrill seekers over the world famous Niagara Falls since 1961. The nine minute sightseeing tour provides an unsurpassed view of the cascading water, the Niagara River and surrounding area, complete with taped commentary in twelve languages.
Ruedi Hafen, President and Chief Pilot smiles as he hears that GO Trains will be rolling into the VIA station just around the corner from his property. “That’s great,” he says, “More people coming to Niagara; less cars on the road…it really is a great idea!” Then he adds, “We should reward these forward thinking travelers with a promotional rate.” So if you have visitors this summer, be it family or friends, or if you’re looking for a day away from the city, hop on the GO Train to Niagara Falls and take advantage of this special offer: Effective July 11th, 2009 Niagara Helicopters is happy to offer all riders utilizing the GO Train to Niagara Falls with a $23* discount per adult and $12* discount per child (3-11 years). Simply show your valid GO Train pass to receive this amazing rate!
The GO Train service, which runs on weekends and holidays** will run five trips daily from Union Station in Toronto to Niagara Falls VIA Rail Station with stops in Port Credit, Oakville, Burlington and St. Catharines. For the outdoor enthusiast, GO Transit is bike-friendly and customers can bring their bike on the Niagara Falls service.
For more information on your flight, please visit www.niagarahelicopters.com. For a complete listing of train departure times and rates please visit www.gotransit.com.
* Off regular rate of $118/adult and $73/child
**Holiday service will operate on Canada Day (Wednesday, July 1); Civic holiday (Monday, August 3); Labour Day (Monday, September 7); and Thanksgiving (Monday, October 12).
For further information please contact:
Aneta Fleming, Director of Sales & Marketing
Niagara Helicopters Limited
aneta@niagarahelicopters.com
(905) 357-5672
News
Niagara Helicopters Sold
January 7, 2012
Helicopter Transport Services Canada purchases Niagara Helicopters Limited. Ruedi Hafen to remain onboard as Vice President Public Relations.
"...my highest compliments" to Niagara Helicopters from Jim Watson, Transport Canada delegate
May 26, 2010
"... not only does your operation aspire to the highest industry and regulatory standards, but you have introduced many additional systems, and modifications, which though optional to your company, represent a real advancement in both passenger comfort and safety, and a softening on the environmental impact of the helicopters."
Niagara Helicopters, Operator of Helicopter Niagara Falls Tours, Wins Canadian Business-of-the-Year
April 27, 2010
Niagara University, NY recognizes President and Chief Pilot of Niagara Helicopters, Ruedi Hafen by presenting him with the Purple Eagle in recognition of his Niagara sightseeing business
Congratulations Ruedi on receiving Lifetime Achievement Hall of Fame Award!
February 26, 2010
On February 26th, 2010 at the 16th Annual Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, Ruedi was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for being an enterprising leader, whose contribution to the development of economic ventires in Niagara has spanned over several decades. The recipient of this award then induced into the Niagara Enterprise Hall of Fame, along with the Historical Hall of Fame inductees.
Ruedi Hafen nominated for Aviator of the Year!
September 14, 2009
Nominations were sought from Flight readers and a panel of experts have selected the finalists. Uniquely, all of the Flightglobal Achievement Awards winners will be voted for by readers via the website www.flightglobal.com/awards09 The voting will close on 4th October at midnight.
VOTE NOW!
Niagara Helicopters Welcomes GO Trains to Niagara Falls
July 13, 2009
Show your Go Train ticket and Save with Niagara Helicopters! Ruedi Hafen, President and Chief Pilot smiles as he hears that GO Trains will be rolling into the VIA station just around the corner from his property.
She's Back...
February 15, 2009
NHL is proud to welcome back ANNA PIERCE! That's right Anna has returned to the family! Anna Pierce previously worked for Niagara Helicopters for over 20 years at the Director of Sales & Marketing and left 3 years ago to lead Niagara Falls Tourism as the Executive Director.
Sky Lounge - Now Open!
February 9, 2009
Ladies and Gentlemen... after years of planning, months of renovations, a dozen flat screen televisions and soon to be wireless internet...Niagara Helicopters is proud to announce the opening of the newest facet of our business, The Sky Lounge, a great place for visitors to relax before or after Niagara Falls tours.
Meet a Part of the Helicopter Family
February 9, 2009
Established in July 2002, Niagara Photo Services has been taking photos of helicopter passengers through sun, wind, snow and rain. Produced in their digital lab on site, these high-quality photos are a one of a kind memento that passengers can take home to relive their spectacular Niagara helicopter rides.
Solar Vehicle Goes Round the World: Pioneering Trip Around the Planet Arriving in Niagara Falls
August 27, 2008
Louis Palmer has an ambitious plan to travel around the world in a solar-powered vehicle – the solar taxi.
Niagara Helicopters Welcomes GO Trains to Niagara Falls
July 13, 2009
