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Santa borrows a Pterodactyl Helicopter for a special delivery

Because of  Santa’s very busy schedule this time of year and the need to keep his reindeer rested for the big day, he had to borrow a Pterodactyl Helicopter to make a special delivery to Warrego Wines for the Christmas parties happening there on Sunday.

It is a little known fact that even though Santa is very experienced in flying reindeer he is also a very accomplished Helicopter Pilot. So with his log book and license in hand he asked Captain Mike if he could use one of his choppers for a couple of hours. “Why not” was the reply, but as coincidence would have it we had a job to deliver Dulcie Toohey, who turns 80 this year, to a party also at Warrego Wines. So we asked Santa could he pick her up on the way. 

So with the weather looming Santa made his way in the Bell 47 to Daniels Park at the end of Chermside Road landed and picked up Dulcie. What a hoot, being flown to her birthday party not only in a helicopter but by Santa himself. For those lucky enough to live on Chermside road, it’s not every day you would get to see Santa landing in a chopper, hopping out, loading up a passenger then heading off again. 

After a quick circuit of the Ipswich CBD (I am sure so he could get familiar with the surroundings before his big visit) Santa made his way along the Warrego Highway to Warrego wines where he was greeted by tons of very excited children. With a storm closing in Santa handed out gifts and then quickly made his way back to the hanger so he could get back to the North Pole to get ready for Christmas.

So kids, be very good because you never know when Santa will be flying overhead.

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HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHTS around LAKE SOMERSET

HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHTS around LAKE SOMERSET from Kilcoy Farm Stay

Flights from $180 per person depending on numbers

Bookings are essential as we require minimum numbers.

This is an experience not to be missed. Come and see the breathtaking and panoramic views of Lake Somerset from a helicopter.

Flights depart from The Kiloy Farm Stay homestead down to the Somerset Dam wall then up the eastern side of the lake back to the homestead.

The Dam is full and with the recent rain the landscape is absolutely beautiful.

Fabulous opportunity for pre Christmas gifts.

Limited dates and seats available.

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Sunday 9th Jan. 2011

Sunday 16th Jan. 2011

Approximate flight time 17mins. Phone 3201 0005 for bookings. Minimum passenger numbers apply.

Robinson R44 Helicopter Now Flying Joy Flights

The Robinson R44

We have just introduced a new Robinson R44 to our fleet. This helicopter is particularly suited to longer flights due to its 110 Kt cruise speed and it can do this carrying up to 3 passengers. We use the R44 for our wine, breakfast and scenic tours.

For the specs of our newest helicopter, please see our Robinson R44 spec page.