Kinross-shire Helicopter Rides
Take off from Balado Airfield near Kinross for views over Loch Leven and beyond, with Perth and Stirling also close enough to give you two genuinely useful alternative launch points.
Kinross in the middle of some serious Scottish sightseeing
Balado Airfield is the natural launch point for Kinross-shire, with nine helicopter experiences ranging from a short first flight to longer sightseeing towards Loch Leven and the Edinburgh bridges.
What makes this area unusually useful is the choice around it. Perth and Stirling are both realistic drives from Kinross, and both open up a different set of views: Scone Palace, the Tay and St Andrews from Perth, or Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel from Stirling.
Kinross
Fly from Balado Airfield for Loch Leven, Edinburgh bridge views and longer central Scotland sightseeing.
Perth
Head north to Perth Airport for Scone Palace, the Tay, Perth city and full sightseeing towards St Andrews.
Stirling
Go west for castle and monument views, or make a bigger sightseeing day of the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel.
Choose Your Launch Point
Start with Balado Airfield for the Kinross-shire choice, or compare Perth and Stirling when a different route or launch direction suits the day better.
Kinross Helicopter Rides
Balado is where Kinross-shire turns into a helicopter day out. Short flights give you the thrill of getting airborne over central Scotland, while the longer routes bring Loch Leven, the Edinburgh bridges and wider views towards the capital into play.
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Perth Helicopter Rides
Perth gives the scenery a completely different character. Flights can take in Scone Palace and the Tay, build into a city sightseeing run over Perth, or stretch all the way towards St Andrews on the longest themed tours.
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Stirling Helicopter Rides
Stirling is the landmark-heavy alternative. Castle and Wallace Monument views appear on the shorter sightseeing flights, while the longer routes can bring in the Ochil Hills, the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel for a properly memorable central Scotland tour.
View StirlingKinross, Perth and Stirling
Balado Airfield is the Kinross-shire launch site. Perth Airport and Stirling Helipad sit outside the county, but both are practical alternatives from Kinross and each opens up a different sightseeing direction.
Balado Airfield
Balado Airfield, Kinross, KY13 0RF Kinross-shire launch site – 9 helicopter choicesPerth Airport
Perth Airport, Scone, Perthshire, PH2 6PL Nearby Perth alternative – 10 helicopter choicesStirling Helipad
Drip Road, Craigforth, Stirling, FK9 4UF Nearby Stirling alternative – 10 helicopter choicesThe map is for general orientation and does not identify exact helicopter touchdown or passenger meeting points. Follow the joining instructions supplied with your booking for the correct entrance, parking and check-in details.
Three launch points, three very different views
Kinross is the obvious starting point. Balado Airfield sits beside some of central Scotland’s most recognisable scenery, with Loch Leven appearing on the shorter sightseeing flights before the longer routes reach towards the Edinburgh bridges and wider capital views.
Perth changes the direction completely. Scone Palace and the Tay feature early in the range, with longer flights taking in Perth itself and, at the top end, sightseeing towards St Andrews and the Kingdom of Fife.
Stirling is the landmark-led choice. Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument feature on the shorter routes, while the longer tours can combine the city with the Ochil Hills, the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel. For someone choosing by what they want to see rather than simply by distance from home, the three launch points give this part of Scotland an unusually good spread.
Before you choose
Where do Kinross-shire helicopter rides take off from?
The Kinross-shire helicopter rides depart from Balado Airfield, Kinross, KY13 0RF. The map also shows Perth Airport and Stirling Helipad as useful nearby alternatives.
How many helicopter choices are available from Kinross?
Balado Airfield currently has nine listed helicopter experiences, from short buzz flights through to longer sightseeing routes towards Loch Leven and Edinburgh.
What can I see from Balado Airfield?
Loch Leven features on the shorter sightseeing flights, while longer options are listed with views of the Edinburgh bridges and extended sightseeing towards Edinburgh.
Why consider Perth as an alternative?
Perth Airport has ten helicopter choices and opens up a different sightseeing direction, including Scone Palace, the Tay, Perth city and longer tours towards St Andrews.
Why consider Stirling as an alternative?
Stirling Helipad also has ten choices, with routes featuring Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, the Ochil Hills, the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel.
Which location is best for landmark sightseeing?
That depends on the landmarks you want to see. Kinross is strongest for Loch Leven and Edinburgh bridge views, Perth for Scone Palace, the Tay and St Andrews, and Stirling for its castle, Wallace Monument, Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel routes.
Can I buy one of these helicopter rides as a gift?
Yes. Open-dated vouchers are valid for 12 months, giving the recipient time to arrange a suitable flying date. Check the individual experience conditions before buying.
What happens if the weather is unsuitable?
Helicopter flying is weather dependent, so flights may need to be rearranged if conditions are unsuitable. Follow the current booking and flight-day instructions if weather affects your date.
Are passenger restrictions the same for every flight?
No. Age, individual weight and combined passenger limits can vary by experience. Check the current product details before buying and follow the booking instructions supplied for your chosen flight.