DCL Experience- $95 per person
15 miles / approximately 10 minutes
$95 PER PERSON. 3 PERSON MINIMUM. This tour includes all the sights of ‘The Wisp’ plus experience all of Deep Creek Lake’s beauty from the air, including the damn and spillway, Thayerville, 219 and Glendale bridges, the yacht club and Deep Creek State Park. Flies over the entire lake.
Approximately 10 minutes/15 miles.
10am – Sunset | 7 days per week
Weather Permitting | Walk-Ins Welcome
Upon arrival, all passengers will undergo weighing as part of the check-in procedure. Children below 24 months old have the option to sit on a parent’s lap during the flight at no additional cost.
Maximum 300 lbs per seat, 550 lbs total for up to 3 passengers.
The Robinson R44 is a compact, single-engine helicopter designed for four passengers. It features a semi-rigid rotor system and skid landing gear. The cabin is enclosed, offering side-by-side seating for a pilot and three passengers. With a maximum takeoff weight of 1,100 kg, a ceiling of 14,000 feet, and a range of 350 nautical miles, the R44 ensures reliable performance. Its maximum cruise speed is 124 miles per hour.
Notable features of the R44 include a two-bladed main and tail rotor, hydraulically-assisted flight controls, and a single piston engine placed above the cabin. It is known for its aerodynamic fuselage, T-bar cyclic control, and streamlined instrument panels.
Since its debut in 1993, the R44 has been the top-selling helicopter globally each year since 1999. It is well-suited for diverse uses such as short flights, urban landings, medical transport, and news traffic observation. Some consider it ideal for sightseeing due to its seating arrangement. Users appreciate its reliability, and decent cruise speeds. We know you are going to love your flight!