Aerotour

Aerotour is a private air charter and aerial services operator in Costa Rica, founded in 1973. It flies helicopter charters, scenic tours, executive transfers and specialised aerial work across the country, operating under the supervision of Costa Rica's Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC). Its main base is Tobías Bolaños International Airport in Pavas, San José.

Services

• Private helicopter and airplane charter between any points in Costa Rica, and regional routes where permitted
• Aerial tours over volcanoes, rainforests, islands and the Pacific coast, including Arenal Volcano and Poás tours
• Corporate and VIP transport
• Aerial photography and film production
• Medical and emergency access flights to remote locations
• Helicopter transport for destination weddings
• Maintenance and aircraft sales

Fleet

• Bell 429 twin-engine helicopter
• Bell 407 and Bell 407 II
• Bell 206 LongRanger IV
• Bell 206 BIII

The company states it operates more than five aircraft, including helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.

Markets served

Aerotour serves executives, tourists, resorts and international media. Clients named on its site include Four Seasons, BBC, National Geographic, Discovery Channel, NBC and Sony Pictures.

Company facts

• Founded in 1973
• Certified by the DGAC of Costa Rica, operating to ICAO standards
• Bases: San José (Tobías Bolaños Airport) and Liberia, Guanacaste
• Aviation insurance placed through Aviation Specialty Insurance (USA and London)
• CEO: Federico Laurencich