AS 350FX: Used by Sunshine and Makani Kai Helicopters. This is not an original manufacturer model but utilizes an FAA approved conversion to the Honeywell LTS 101 600 engine rated at 650 Shaft Horse Power. AS 350 AllStar: Used by AlexAir. This is not an original manufacturer model but utilizes an FAA approved conversion to the Allison 250-C30M engine rated at 650 Shaft Horse Power.The cabins in all of these AS350 models are quite similar, but Blue Hawaiian's A-Stars afford increased comfort – with BOSE® aviation-grade noise-cancelling headsets, passenger microphone, inside camera integrated to the live tour video, and more. Safety enhancements for the pilot include a state-of-the-art terrain awareness warning system and emergency pop-out floats to enable safe landing on water.
Spectacular Views and More!
Kealia Pond: This refuge encompasses 700 acres of natural wetland habitat. The refuge is home to endangered native water birds, and hosts migratory ducks and shorebirds from about October through May. It is adjacent to Kealia Beach, which is a nesting ground for the endangered hawksbill turtle. There is a wonderful boardwalk to view the area, through the mudflats and along the beach.
Kahului's "Dream City" was developed by Alexander & Baldwin in the 1950s and 1960s. This development provided housing for the Company's employees of Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company, Maui Agricultural Company and Kahului Railroad (encompassing 28 plantation camps). The original "Dream City" Master Plan called for 1,000 acres for residential lots, 550 acres for streets, 400 acres of parks and schools, 21 acres for commercial use, and 30 acres for churches, cemeteries, public use. Today, the Kahului/Wailuku area is home to over half of Maui's resident population.This is also the only deep water harbor on Maui and most of the good come through the warehouses at this harbor.
The central valley lies between two mountains, East (Haleakala) and West Maui. The largest sugar plantation in the world spreads across the valley floor made possible by an abundance of water carried by irrigation from the slopes of East Maui. This irrigation system was an engineering marvel of the 1800's.
Kula is at the heart of upcountry which encompasses a belt of homes from 1100 - 4000 feet elevation on the western slope of East Maui mountain. Great views from almost any location, upcountry is 5 - 20 degrees cooler than the beach (depending upon elevation).
Haleakala crater is actually an eroded depression with many cinder cones formed by subsequent volcanic eruptions. Haleakala, which means in Hawaiian, "House of the Sun", is the worlds largest dormant volcano. The crater measures 21 miles in circumference, is 3000 feet deep and 19 square miles in area. The entire island of Manhattan could fit inside!
Pricing Policy
Total fares include applicable taxes and fees. Any child under 24 months of age is welcome as a lap child at no charge. Children 24 months and over require an individual full-fare seat. For each guest weighing 250 pounds or more, an adjacent, empty seat purchase is required to safely balance the aircraft. The charge for an adjacent empty seat is reduced to 50% off of the tour price. Credit cards are charged upon confirmation of a reservation.
Additional Info
Please allow a minimum of 5 days prior to your requested tour date to book through our website. We will confirm your tour date and time and send you an email with your booking details within 24 hours of receipt of your request.
