See Key West landmarks and backcountry waters on a 30-minute scenic flight
Approx. 30 minutes
Up to 4 people
Safety gear, headsets, ear pro
Take a scenic flight that pairs Key West’s historic landmarks with the shallow waters of the Backcountry. You’ll have extra time to look for marine life and other sights along the way.
Weight limits apply: 275 pounds per seat and 600 pounds per group. Guests 18+ must bring a government-issued photo ID. Late arrivals may reduce flight time, and arrivals more than 10 minutes after departure time are non-refundable.
Cancel or change at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight to avoid being non-refundable. Late arrivals, no-shows, and cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. A $50 non-refundable re-booking fee applies if you re-book outside 48 hours.
Arrive at least 20 minutes before departure for check-in and your pre-flight briefing. Arriving at the flight time can reduce your flight time, and arriving more than 10 minutes after the scheduled flight time is non-refundable.
Bring a state/government-issued photo ID. All guests ages 18 and over must have a government-issued photo ID.
Weight limits apply: 275 pounds per seat and 600 pounds per group.
3471 S Roosevelt Blvd Key West, FL US 33040
Damian (also spelled Damien in some reviews) is clearly the heart of this operation, and he comes up again and again as the reason people love their experience. Guests describe him as friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely attentive, pointing out wildlife like sharks, turtles, stingrays, and dolphins mid-flight. One aerial photographer even praised his ability to nail specific angles and flight patterns for professional reef photography, which speaks to a level of skill that goes well beyond the typical tour pilot. The rides themselves get consistent praise for being smooth and scenic, with the Florida Keys providing a backdrop that reviewers say simply cannot be appreciated from the ground. One guest has now flown four times over six years, which says a lot. A practical tip from the reviews: ask about removing the doors for completely unobstructed views if that appeals to you. There is one isolated complaint about difficulty reaching someone by phone for a booking inquiry, so if you have trouble getting through, it may be worth trying a different contact method rather than giving up entirely. That aside, the overwhelming pattern here is of a well-run, memorable experience led by a pilot who genuinely cares about showing guests the best of the Keys.
Amazing addition to the trip. Highly recommend as kids loved the helo, the views are amazing, and you really get a feel for the ecosystem with all the islands, and inlets. Do it early as it helps you understand the island and all the others activities being offered. Fly Key West Helos team was great, and even refunded us for unused flights.
Jeremey Thomas
July 2, 2026
Amazing addition to the trip. Highly recommend as kids loved the helo, the views are amazing, and you really get a feel for the ecosystem with all the islands, and inlets. Do it early as it helps you understand the island and all the others activities being offered. Fly Key West Helos team was great, and even refunded us for unused flights.
Jeremey Thomas
July 2, 2026
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