Welcome to Helios
If you are looking for specialist executive helicopter charter services, then you have landed in the right place.
Helios operates from Grand Central Airport, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa seven days a week throughout the year.
1. Aerial photography for movies and stills
A premier helicopter charter company specialising in cinematic aerial photography for film, television, commercials, and high-end stills production.
Combining experienced pilots with precision flight coordination, we deliver dynamic airborne camera platforms tailored to the creative demands of every shoot. From sweeping landscape sequences to low-level action tracking and luxury aerial stills, our team provides safe, reliable, and visually striking results that bring productions to life from above.
2. Environmental and geophysical surveys
Helicopter-based environmental and geophysical surveys provide a fast, efficient, and accurate method for collecting data across large and remote areas.
Equipped with advanced sensing technologies such as LiDAR, magnetometers, thermal imaging, and electromagnetic systems, helicopters can assess terrain, vegetation, water resources, mineral deposits, and infrastructure with minimal ground disturbance. These surveys support environmental monitoring, resource exploration, infrastructure planning, and hazard assessment by delivering high-resolution data in areas that are difficult to access by land.
3. Executive transfer and transport
Executive helicopter transfers provide a fast, secure, and luxurious transportation solution for business leaders and VIP clients.
Designed for efficiency and comfort, helicopter travel minimizes traffic delays while offering direct access to airports, corporate hubs, hotels, and exclusive destinations. With professional pilots, premium onboard amenities, and flexible scheduling, executive air transport ensures a seamless travel experience tailored to the demands of high-level professionals.
4. Scenic flights around Johannesburg
Experience the beauty of Johannesburg from a whole new perspective with unforgettable helicopter scenic flights.
Soar above the city’s iconic skyline, lush landscapes, and surrounding attractions while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views in comfort and style. Perfect for special occasions, tourism, or luxury experiences, these flights offer a unique and memorable way to explore Johannesburg and its scenic surroundings from the air.
5. Secure transport of cargo
Helicopter cargo transport offers a fast, reliable, and secure solution for moving valuable or time-sensitive goods across difficult terrain and remote locations.
With the ability to access areas unreachable by conventional vehicles, helicopter logistics ensure efficient delivery while maintaining high safety and security standards. Ideal for industrial equipment, medical supplies, critical parts, and VIP cargo, this service provides flexible transport solutions tailored to urgent operational needs.
6. Transfers to and from game lodges
Enjoy seamless luxury transfers to and from exclusive game lodges with private helicopter transport.
Avoid long road journeys and arrive in comfort while taking in spectacular aerial views of South Africa’s breathtaking landscapes and wildlife reserves. Ideal for safari travelers, VIP guests, and luxury tourism experiences, helicopter lodge transfers offer convenience, safety, and an unforgettable start to your adventure.