History
Royal Gorge Helitours has been around since the 1980s. In 1989, our heliport was certified by the FAA as Brown's Fort Heliport. In 1991, Mike Pond purchased the heliport and officially named the business Royal Gorge Helitours. Mr. Pond was a Vietnam War Cobra Gunship pilot, who had extensive background in civilian helicopter operations as well. Mr. Pond operated and flew tours until 2011, when he retired from flying. Today, flights are conducted by Eli Plavney and Will Sanders. With a combined 30 years and 8,000 hours of accident free flying in the aviation industry, Eli and Will provide safe, affordable tours of the Royal Gorge and Pikes Peak regions.
Specialties
We specialize in fun, affordable helicopter adventures for all ages!