The ECO-Star Helicopter

The ECO-Star (EC130) manufactured by Airbus Helicopters is the safest and most comfortable tourism-based helicopter in the world. Maverick Helicopters has the largest, youngest fleet of ECO-Star helicopters in the world.

Superior Comfort and Safety

While drastically limiting flight noise over the Grand Canyon, the ECO-Star also surrounds you in luxurious comfort and offers breathtaking views thanks to its large, wraparound windows.

Amazing equipment, first-class tours, experienced pilots and top-notch customer service are all available with Maverick.

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View of an ECO-Star Helicopter from the inside

ECO-Star Helicopter Features

The ECO-Star features 23 percent more cabin space than the common A-Star model and seats seven passengers.
Wraparound glass provides outstanding visibility.
7 individual, front-facing seats with raised "theater-style" seating in rear.
Personal surround-sound stereo headsets with voice activated microphones.
The ECO-Star's low noise Fenestron Tail Rotor reduces outside noise by 50%; enhancing the customer experience and limiting the effects on nature's habitats with a low carbon footprint.
Air-conditioned cabin for year round comfort.