What Helsinki Citycopter does

Helsinki Citycopter is a premium commercial helicopter and private jet charter operator headquartered at the Helsinki Business Flight Center in Vantaa, Finland, operating under EASA Air Operator Certificate FI.AOC.011. The company runs a fleet of five helicopters—two Airbus Corporate ACH130, one Airbus H125, and one Airbus EC120B Colibri—plus two Cessna Citation CJ4 jets delivered through the related ACXJET brand. Itself sits within the Finnish group comprising Aerocom Oy and Aerocom Aviation Oy alongside sister brands ACXJET (private jet charter) and ACX ACCESS (luxury travel management). It is the only commercial helicopter operator in the Nordics flying a Sustainable Aviation Fuel blend and the only aviation service in Finland awarded the Sustainable Travel Finland label by Visit Finland.

The product surface spans point-to-point charters (Helsinki-Tallinn, Helsinki-Tampere, Helsinki-Åland, regional shuttle), scheduled seat-based flights to Mariehamn in summer, daily and weekly full-helicopter rentals with optional Michelin-starred catering from Finnjävel, sightseeing tours (30- and 60-minute Helsinki flights, sunsets, lighthouse trips to Bengtskär), and curated package experiences including wildlife safaris with Bear Centre and Wildlife Safaris Finland, Fly & Cruise with luxury yachts, Fly Dine & Sail with Toptaste and Mad Cats, Ice Edge winter adventures, Lakeland multi-day trips, and hotel-anchored VIP packages with Hotel Kämp and Haikko Manor. The footprint covers Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Estonia, with multi-day Nordic tours operated via regional Destination Management Companies. All helicopters carry non-mandatory Emergency Flotation Aid Systems, making it the only Helsinki-region operator legally able to fly over open sea, and airside access at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is offered for connections bypassing terminal processing.

The business is a high-touch, direct-sales concierge model: B2C and B2B customers reach the operator via website inquiry, phone (+358 10 200 7950), and email, with all inquiries answered within 12 hours. Pricing is unit/per-flight across the catalog, ranging from €990 (scheduled seat, gift card, lower-tier tour) to €14,900 per day for an ACH130 rental; flagship experiences (Helsinki-Tallinn all-inclusive, wildlife photo safaris, Ice Edge private helicopters) run €2,400-€8,850. Sales channels combine direct phone/email outreach with referral partnerships through Les Clefs d'Or hotel concierges, Virtuoso luxury travel agencies, and Finnair Plus loyalty integration. Target customers are high-net-worth individuals, luxury tourists, and corporate/event clients; revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the company is privately held under Finnish ownership with no institutional funding rounds on record.

Name

Helsinki Citycopter

Legal name

Aerocom Aviation Oy

Website

https://helsinkicitycopter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Helsinki Citycopter is a Finland-based EASA-approved commercial helicopter and private jet charter operator serving high-net-worth individuals, corporate clients, and luxury tourists across the Nordics with a modern Airbus fleet and Citation jets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Charter Aviation Services

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211)

SIC

Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522), Air Transportation, Scheduled (4512)

akta.pro primary industry

On-Demand Helicopter Charter (Private/Corporate) (TLAFACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

VIP/Executive Helicopter Transport (THABAGAH), Scenic & Sightseeing Helicopter Tours (THABAGAE)

Keywords

• Helicopter charter services
• Private jet charters
• Luxury aerial tours
• Executive air transport
• Scenic flight experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Vantaa

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Helicopter Charter Flights: On-demand helicopter charter flights across the Nordics, priced per flight or per person. Revenue generated from private charters, shuttle services, scenic flights, and airport transfers. Pricing varies by helicopter type, flight duration, and group size. Examples include Helsinki-Tallinn (€4,900 one way, €7,800 round trip for up to 5 passengers) and sunset flights (€1,450 max 6 guests).
2. Scheduled Seat-Based Helicopter Services: Seat-based scheduled helicopter flights between Helsinki and Mariehamn (Åland Islands), available daily during summer season. Revenue per seat based on group size (€990–€2,350 per person). Minimum 2 passengers required.
3. Helicopter Rentals (Daily/Weekly): Full-day and weekly helicopter rentals including pilot. Pricing based on total flight hours and helicopter type (e.g., EC120 €9,800/day, H125 €12,500/day, ACH130 €14,900/day for 4 hours flight time with max 800km). Includes catering and ground transportation services.
4. Private Jet Charters (ACXJET / Citation CJ4): Cessna Citation CJ4 private jet charters for nonstop flights from the Nordics to the Mediterranean and Greenland. Revenue generated per flight or as part of combined helicopter-private jet packages.
5. Package Experiences: Bundled experiences combining helicopter flights with activities such as Fly & Cruise (€6,563 for 1-5 people), Fly, Dine & Sail (€6,563–€7,300), Wildlife Safaris (€2,400–€6,000 per person), Ice Edge Adventure (€4,900 per helicopter up to 6 guests), and VIP getaways (€900–€1,450 per person). Revenue per package.
6. Gift Cards: Pre-paid gift cards sold online (€990 for Helsinki Helicopter Tour for Two, €1,500 for Premium Gift Card). Valid for 12 months and usable as full payment or discount coupon. Earn Finnair Plus points per euro spent.
7. Premium Ground Transportation: High-end ground transportation services including luxury car/limo pick-up and drop-off to/from helicopter landing spots (€85 per direction). Offered as an add-on to flight services.
8. Luxury Travel Management (ACX ACCESS): Exclusive travel management and concierge services through ACX ACCESS brand, creating customized travel plans. Generates revenue through service fees and partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Helsinki Citycopter is a premium private aviation operator providing on-demand helicopter charter flights and private jet charters across the Nordics, using Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio ranging from scenic city tours, airport transfers, and intercity shuttles (Helsinki-Tallinn, Helsinki-Tampere, Helsinki-Åland, Helsinki-Hanko) to curated package experiences including wildlife safaris, lighthouse visits, luxury yacht cruises, Michelin-starred dining, and multi-day Nordic tours. All flights are operated under EASA Air Operator Certificate FI.AOC.011 using a modern fleet of Airbus helicopters and Cessna Citation CJ4 jets.

Product overview

Helsinki Citycopter operates as a premium helicopter and private jet flight service operator offering a comprehensive portfolio of aviation services. The core offering centers on private helicopter charters with a fleet of five helicopters (Airbus Corporate ACH130, Airbus H125, and Airbus EC120B Colibri) and two Cessna Citation CJ4 private jets. The company provides scheduled and on-demand flight services across the Nordics, including Helsinki city tours, airport transfers, intercity flights (Helsinki-Tallinn, Helsinki-Tampere), and specialized experiences (wildlife safaris, lighthouse visits, Ice Edge adventures). Value-added package experiences combine helicopter flights with yacht cruises, dining experiences, spa treatments, and multi-day Nordic tours. The service is bookable via direct contact, with helicopter rental options for multi-day use including catering services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Private Helicopter Charters On-demand helicopter charter flights operating with Sustainable Aviation Fuel, providing door-to-door transport throughout the Nordics for individuals, corporate clients, and events with flexible scheduling and VIP service.
• Private Jet Charters (ACXJET) Global private jet charter flights on Cessna Citation CJ4 jets with nonstop capability from the Nordics to the Mediterranean and Greenland, seating up to 9 passengers with catering and bar service.
• Helsinki-Tallinn Flights Private helicopter flights between Helsinki and Tallinn city centers, taking 25 minutes one way, with optional all-inclusive day trip packages including guided tours and dining.
• Best of Helsinki Helicopter Tour Award-winning private sightseeing tours over Helsinki and the archipelago in 30-minute and 60-minute durations with complimentary champagne.
• Airport Transfer Flights Direct helicopter transfers to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's airside, enabling a 'back-door entrance' to international and domestic flights including private border formalities, baggage handling, and security checks.
• Fly and Cruise Packages Combined 30-minute helicopter flight with archipelago landing followed by a 2-hour private yacht cruise back to Helsinki aboard Maiora, Princess, or Sunseeker yachts.
• Sunset Flights Private evening helicopter flights above Helsinki and the archipelago at sunset, including unlimited bar, sparkling wine, and optional limo service.
• Helsinki-Tampere Flights 40-minute helicopter flights between Helsinki and Tampere city centers with VIP service, landing at city centers or private properties.
• Helicopter Rentals Full-day and weekly helicopter rentals including pilot, customizable catering (including Michelin-starred Finnjävel cuisine), and ground transportation, priced by helicopter type and flight hours.
• Lakeland Adventures 6-hour private day adventure from Helsinki to Finland's Lakeland region, including luxury car pick-up, scenic flights, wilderness resort landing, 4-course local delicacy lunch/dinner, and activities such as kayaking, sauna, and hiking.
• Haikko Manor VIP Getaway Luxury mini-vacation package including helicopter scenic flight, champagne service, one-night stay, spa access, five-course Imperial dinner, butler service, and breakfast with high-end limo return.
• Flights to Åland Islands Helicopter flights between Helsinki and Mariehamn with scheduled seat-based flights during the summer season and private flights available year-round.
• Lighthouse Flights Scenic helicopter flights from Helsinki to remote lighthouses including Bengtskär and Kallbådan with island visits and archipelago dining.
• Wildlife Safaris (HeliBear) Helicopter wildlife viewing trips to observe wild brown bears, wolves, and wolverines, including flights to Bear Centre for overnight cabin stays and professional photography safaris with Kuikka base camp.
• Nordic Multiday Tours Exclusive multi-day tours across Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark operated exclusively with Airbus Corporate ACH130 helicopters, with customizable all-inclusive itineraries.
• Ice Edge Adventure 4-hour winter experience flying to the frozen archipelago edge, including 25-minute scenic flight, champagne on board, guided survival suit floating, guided hovercraft safari, safety equipment, and pick-up/drop-off service.
• Hanko Flights 30-minute helicopter flights between Helsinki and Hanko with options for city center or harbor landings, including dinner and drinks packages.
• Company and Private Events Customized helicopter experiences for corporate and private events including sunset flights, Ferrari experiences, island dining, fly and cruise packages, and wedding flights.
• Gift Cards Electronic and printable gift cards valid for 12 months, available as Helsinki Helicopter Tour for Two (€990) and Premium Gift Card (€1,500), with Finnair Plus points earned per euro spent.
• Fly, Dine & Sail Culinary experience combining a 25-minute helicopter flight, island visit, 4-course dinner by a top chef, and 2-hour catamaran sunset cruise with professional crew.
• ACX ACCESS — Exclusive Travel Management Luxury travel management and concierge services providing customized travel plans for premium clients under the ACX ACCESS brand.
• Island Hop and Dine All-inclusive helicopter experience for 5 people combining flights to Bengtskär lighthouse, Rosala Viking Centre, and Örö fortress island with a 4-course à la carte dinner and wines.

Quantifiable outcome

• Helsinki to Tallinn in 25 minutes vs. 2+ hours by ferry
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ACXJETcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerACXJET is a related private jet charter brand operated by the same parent companies (Aerocom Oy and Aerocom Aviation Oy). It offers global exclusive private jet charters and is cross-promoted on the Helsinki Citycopter website as the company's private jet partner. Customers are referred between helicopter and jet services for comprehensive aviation needs.
• ACX ACCESScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerACX ACCESS is a luxury travel management brand providing exclusive travel concierge services. It is cross-promoted on the Helsinki Citycopter website as an exclusive travel management partner. The two brands work together to provide comprehensive luxury travel services under the same corporate umbrella.
• Les Clefs d'OrcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational concierge association whose members (hotel concierges) recommend Helsinki Citycopter to their guests seeking premium helicopter services. The company displays the Les Clefs d'Or logo, indicating formal recognition of this referral relationship.
• Virtuoso AgenciescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVirtuoso is a network of luxury travel agencies and advisors. Helsinki Citycopter cooperates with Virtuoso agencies to reach high-net-worth travelers who use professional travel advisors to plan exclusive experiences.
• Hotel KämpcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuxury Hotel Kämp in Helsinki collaborates with Helsinki Citycopter on the 'Sky High Experience' package — a combined helicopter flight and hotel staycation. The partnership creates a bundled luxury experience combining aerial and hospitality services.
• Bear CentreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBear Centre is a renowned wildlife watching facility in Finland offering luxurious cabins for bear observation. Helsinki Citycopter operates 'HeliBear' packages combining helicopter flights with overnight bear watching stays at the Bear Centre. The two companies co-develop wildlife safari packages.
• Wildlife Safaris Finland (WSF)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWildlife Safaris Finland specializes in professional wildlife photography tours in the Finnish wilderness. Helsinki Citycopter partners with WSF for the HeliBear professional photography safari at the Kuikka base camp near the Russian border. Co-develops and co-markets specialized wildlife photography packages.
• FinnairminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFinnair Plus loyalty program partnership: customers who purchase Helsinki Citycopter gift cards earn Finnair Plus points (one point per euro spent). This cross-promotional relationship with Finland's national airline provides access to Finnair's customer base of frequent international travelers.
• Toptaste OyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinnish food community and startup specializing in culinary experiences. Toptaste Oy provides Top Chef services for Helsinki Citycopter's Fly, Dine & Sail experience, preparing 4-course dinners with locally sourced ingredients. The two companies co-create food-and-flight experiences.
• Mad Cats Catamaran CruisesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMad Cats provides catamaran cruise services for Helsinki Citycopter's Fly, Dine & Sail experience. After the helicopter flight and island visit, guests board the catamaran for a 2-hour sunset cruise back to Helsinki city center with a professional crew.
• Finnjävel RestaurantminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinnjävel is a Michelin-starred Finnish restaurant. Helsinki Citycopter is the only helicopter service in the Nordics offering Finnjävel's legendary Michelin-starred cuisine on Airbus Corporate ACH130 flights departing from Helsinki, as part of premium daily rental packages.
• Bengtskär LighthouseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBengtskär is a remote lighthouse island in the Finnish archipelago. Helsinki Citycopter operates regular flights to Bengtskär, promoting it as a signature destination. The lighthouse has a traditional archipelago kitchen serving meals, creating a bundled experience.
• Rosala Viking CentreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRosala Viking Centre is an island destination featured in Helsinki Citycopter's Island Hop and Dine experience. Helicopter flights combine visits to Rosala Viking Centre, Bengtskär lighthouse, and Örö fortress island.
• Örö Fortress IslandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerÖrö fortress island is featured in Helsinki Citycopter's Island Hop and Dine experience. Part of the archipelago tour combining helicopter flights with visits to multiple islands for events and dining.
• RedribminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRedrib provides RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) boat experiences. Helsinki Citycopter partners with Redrib for the Helicopter and Redrib Experience — combining helicopter flights with RIB boat rides and island activities such as survival suit swimming and nature walks.
• Destination Management Companies (Nordics)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHelsinki Citycopter works with distinguished Destination Management Companies (DMCs) across Norway, Sweden, and Finland to design and deliver all-inclusive multi-day Nordic tours. DMCs handle ground logistics while Helsinki Citycopter provides helicopter transportation.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Regional players

• Scandinavian Seaplanes: Scandinavian Seaplanes operates scenic and charter flights (seaplanes) primarily in the Nordics, offering archipelago tours and point-to-point service. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter for Nordic geography and luxury scenic/charter demand, but with a different airframe (seaplanes vs. helicopters).
• Vertirise: Vertirise is a Norwegian helicopter experience operator offering scenic flights and mountain excursions. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter for Nordic helicopter scenic tours and HNWI tourist customers, but focused specifically on Norwegian mountain/experience routes.

Broad incumbents

• NetJets: NetJets is the largest private aviation company globally, offering fractional jet ownership and lease programs. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter's ACXJET for corporate and ultra-HNWI jet customers, though NetJets is a Berkshire Hathaway-owned incumbent with a very different business model.
• VistaJet: VistaJet is a global private jet company offering point-to-point jet service to HNWIs and corporations. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter's ACXJET offering for ultra-luxury multi-leg private travel, though VistaJet is much larger and globally distributed.
• Luxaviation: Luxaviation is a large European private aviation group offering private jet and helicopter charter, management, and FBO services. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter for HNWI customers and luxury charter services, but operates globally across multiple brands and aircraft types.

Direct peers

• Heli Securité: Heli Securité is a French commercial helicopter operator providing passenger transport, scenic flights, and corporate shuttle services. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter in helicopter charter commercial model and EASA regulatory framework, though based in France.
• Airshare: Airshare is a US-based private aviation company offering fractional jet, charter, and management services. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter in the integrated private aviation offering (jet + charter) for affluent customers, though primarily focused on the North American market.
• HALO Aviation: HALO Aviation operates helicopter charter and management services in the UK and Europe, focusing on corporate and private clients. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter in executive/VIP helicopter charter services and EASA-approved operations.
• North Air: North Air is a UK-based helicopter operator offering charter, management, and aerial work services. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter for EASA-regulated helicopter charter services targeting corporate and private clients.
• Blade: Blade operates on-demand urban helicopter and seaplane services globally, including airport transfers and scenic experiences. Comparable to Helsinki Citycopter in B2C/B2B charter motion, target affluent customer base, and digital-first booking, though it operates at a much larger scale and in different metros.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/helsinki-citycopter

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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