Safety

Civil Aviation Authority - Safety Ratings

Helicopters Queenstown 2020 Limited trading as Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters (GSLH) is a New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) certified Helicopter Company. Our certification allows the company to carry clients on a range of helicopter flights subject to CAA rules and regulations.

We have the newest fleet of Airbus Helicopters in New Zealand and have a team of very experienced pilots. We also have a twin engine Airbus H145 available for private charters. 

Before all flights, passengers are fully briefed on safety procedures before entering the helicopter.

During scenic flights our pilots may, at their own discretion, change flight paths and landing locations due to safety and weather conditions. Passengers will always be kept fully informed of any changes, safety is always our main priority.

Your safety and comfort are Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters primary focus. GSLH reserves the right to cancel or curtail tours for your safety and will endeavour to assist in rescheduling in the event of cancellation. 

Our helicopters are maintained by helicopter engineers, Heli Support who work with us at our hangar near Queenstown Airport.