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MAUI, HI — On Saturday, Dec. 7, Maverick Helicopters made a heartwarming toy drop for local children of Lahaina in need. With toys collected through Maverick Helicopters' Holiday Toy Drive, Santa made an unforgettable arrival by helicopter to the Old Village Golf Course, delivering gifts and spreading the holiday spirit with the help of the Ritz Carlton Kapalua Resort, Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau and Junior Chamber International Honolulu Chapter. Children and their families were filled with excitement as they awaited Santa's grand entrance.

“Our hearts were so warmed by the kindness and generosity of our Maui community and were thrilled with the opportunity to bring holiday joy to the children of Lahaina,” said Jhoanna Punsal, area sales manager Hawaii. "Our first toy drive in Maui was a huge success, and we look forward to continuing the tradition for years to come."

This annual holiday toy drive began at the company's Southern California location and has expanded this year to include the Las Vegas and Maui operations. Across the three, Maverick Helicopters' Holiday Toy Drive is anticipated to gather hundreds of gifts!

LAS VEGAS, NV — On Tuesday, Dec. 3, Maverick Helicopters conducted a magical toy drop in partnership with Speedway Children's Charities for local kids in need. With toys collected through Maverick Helicopters' Holiday Toy Drive, Santa made an unforgettable arrival by helicopter to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, delivering gifts and spreading the holiday spirit as part of Speedway Children's Charities 2024 Grant Ceremony. Excitement filled the air as children and their families eagerly awaited Santa's grand arrival.

"We are so grateful for everyone who donated toys and made this year such a grand success," said John Buch, President of Maverick Helicopters. "We were overwhelmed with the response from the local community and are excited to continue this tradition in Las Vegas and beyond for many years to come."

The annual toy drive began at the company's Southern California location and has expanded this year to include the Las Vegas and Maui destinations. Across the three locations, Maverick Helicopters' Toy Drive is anticipated to gather hundreds of gifts!

LAS VEGAS, NV — Maverick Helicopters has announced a toy drive to spread joy and cheer to children in need this holiday season. From November 1 - 30, Maverick Helicopters will be collecting toys at its terminals in Las Vegas, Southern California, and Maui. Gift donations will benefit Speedway Children's Charities and the children of Catalina Island and Lahaina.

Maverick Helicopters, in collaboration with its partners, is excited to host magical toy drop events this December. Santa will make an unforgettable arrival by helicopter, delivering gifts and spreading the holiday spirit. This cherished event has become a favorite among children, giving them the unique opportunity to meet Santa up close alongside his impressive helicopter.

"We are so thrilled to expand this annual tradition to include our Las Vegas and Maui locations," said John Buch, president of Maverick Helicopters. "Last year, we delivered over 300 toys to the children of Catalina Island, and the prospect of tripling that amount of joy and cheer is so exciting for us."

Toys can be dropped off to the following Maverick Helicopters locations throughout November:

• Las Vegas Terminal - 6075 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89119
• Maui Terminal - Lelepio Place, Kahului, HI 96732
• Queen Mary Terminal - 1175 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802

For those unable to drop gifts off locally, contributors can ship gifts to the above terminal locations via Amazon.

For more information regarding Maverick Helicopters Toy Drive, please visit www.FlyMaverick.com/toydrive.

LAS VEGAS, NV — Maverick Helicopters, the exclusive helicopter provider for Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), has announced a brand-new flight offering for 2024 festival attendees, Electric Sky. This aerial excursion will be available to festivalgoers from midnight on Saturday, May 18, through the early morning of Monday, May 20.

Electric Sky flights feature a 10-minute scenic journey above the festival grounds to witness birds-eye views of kineticFIELD, cosmicMEADOW, circuitGROUNDS, and much more. Additionally, passengers can view iconic art installations and pyrotechnics from above as they soar around EDC in a luxury helicopter. Maverick Helicopters will transport guests from within the EDC festival grounds to the nearby heliport.

Electric Sky flights are $300 per person. Admission to EDC is not included and is required to participate in this flight. Limited seats are available, and reservations can be made by visiting www.FlyMaverick.com/ElectricSky.

Maverick Helicopters also provides aerial transfers between the Las Vegas Strip and the EDC festival grounds for attendees. This 15-minute flight is the fastest and most efficient way to EDC, making it the preferred method of travel for headliners, artists, and celebrities.

Long Beach, California — Maverick Helicopters, one of the largest aviation-based tourism companies in the world, has recently expanded its operations to Southern California, welcoming fliers to experience the coast from a new perspective. In addition to stunning aerial views, Maverick Helicopters offers passengers various adventures including flights over the iconic Hollywood Sign to the untouched charm of Catalina Island.

“Bringing our operations to Southern California and Catalina Island has been a wonderful opportunity, and we are so thankful to the welcoming community,” said John Buch, president of Maverick Helicopters. “We are proud to offer Southern California residents and visitors a new selection of exciting helicopter experiences.”

Maverick Helicopters offers daily flights from its terminals in Long Beach, adjacent to the Queen Mary, and Catalina Island, in Avalon. Additional departure points across the greater Los Angeles area include LAX, Orange County, Burbank, San Pedro, Hawthorne, and Santa Monica.

Hollywood & Beyond
The Hollywood & Beyond aerial tour soars over iconic landmarks in Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Beverly Hills with dazzling views of the Pacific Ocean. Beginning in Long Beach, the 40-minute flight glides past the vibrant Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, among the world's busiest seaport hubs. Passengers will enjoy breathtaking bird's-eye views of Sunset Boulevard, the exclusive Hollywood Hills and Bel Air, the upscale Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Bowl, Dodger Stadium, Universal Studios, the world-famous Hollywood Sign, and more. This flight concludes with a flyover of Long Beach, including the downtown area and the historic Queen Mary. The Hollywood & Beyond flight starts at $379 per passenger.

Coastal California
Passengers will witness the beauty of the Southern California coast from an unparalleled vantage point with a 30-minute luxury helicopter experience. Departing from Long Beach, the Coastal California flight will soar over the breathtaking Pacific Ocean coastline, revealing exquisite architectural residences, extravagant seaside resorts, and lavish golf resorts. The stunning panoramas continue with views of the iconic Huntington Beach Pier, Balboa Island, and Laguna Beach. Glimpses of California's diverse marine life can be seen throughout the flight, often witnessed in the glistening waters along the Pacific Coast Highway and world-renowned surf beaches. The Coastal California flight starts at $279 per passenger.

Catalina Explorer
With the Catalina Explorer flight, passengers will depart on a 20-minute aerial tour over the mostly untouched natural beauty of the 22-mile-long island sanctuary. The journey begins over the city of Avalon, the vibrant centerpiece of Catalina Island, brimming with rich history. Travel past the Catalina Casino, Descanso Beach Club, and Hamilton Cove. Roaming buffalo, soaring eagles, and majestic dolphins can be seen when soaring over the beautiful beaches and secluded coves. The adventure ends by passing the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden, the historic Catalina Island Golf Course, and the island’s highest peak, Mount Orizaba, then descending past Avalon Bay one last time. The Catalina Explorer flight starts at $199 per passenger.

Maverick Helicopters also offers daily helicopter transfers to Catalina Island from the Queen Mary terminal in Long Beach, providing the quickest and easiest way to get to and from Catalina Island. Private charters and excursions like Heli-Hiking, Heli-Picnic, and Heli-Brunch are also available. For information on these flight options and more, please visit www.FlyMaverick.com.

Long Beach, California — Maverick Helicopters, a premier provider of helicopter services, is excited to announce its recent expansion into Southern California, bringing an array of captivating flight options including aerial tourism flights, charter operations and transfers to Catalina Island. Maverick Helicopters offers departures from terminals across Greater Los Angeles including Long Beach, Orange County, Burbank, San Pedro, Hawthorne and Catalina Island.

Locals and visitors can embark on breathtaking experiences that showcase the beautiful coastal views of Southern California, iconic Downtown LA and the Hollywood skyline. For those seeking exclusive and tailored travel experiences, Maverick Helicopters provides luxury charter flights and personalized journeys. Guests can experience helicopter travel's utmost flexibility and comfort, whether for corporate purposes, special events or private excursions.

Maverick Helicopters operates helicopter transfers connecting Catalina Island to the mainland, allowing travelers to reach and depart from the iconic island in under 15 minutes, making it the fastest and most efficient way to experience Catalina Island. For personalized experiences, passengers can book a private charter to Catalina for thrilling activities including ziplining, Heli-Picnic or Heli-Hiking adventures.

"Maverick Helicopters takes great pride in our expansion into Southern California, another prominent destination on the West Coast," said John Buch, president of Maverick Helicopters. "We are excited about the growth and potential throughout Greater Los Angeles."

Maverick Helicopters' entrance into Southern California exemplifies its unwavering dedication to aviation excellence and customer satisfaction. With a fleet of over 45 EC130 helicopters, Maverick Helicopters is introducing several Sikorsky S-76 helicopters to meet the growing demand in the charter market of Southern California. This strategic expansion firmly establishes Maverick Helicopters as a leading operator in tourism helicopter services, building upon its well-rooted presence in Las Vegas, Arizona and Hawaii.

LAS VEGAS, NV — Maverick Helicopters, one of the largest aviation-based tourism companies in the world, will offer a series of specialty flight experiences for the week of the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix. During race week, from Wednesday, Nov. 15 – Saturday, Nov. 18, Maverick Helicopters will provide premier aerial views of the Las Vegas Strip, race circuit and iconic Grand Canyon.

Elevating the Las Vegas experience to new heights, Maverick Helicopters offers guests the Vegas Victory Lap flight, where they can soar above the vibrant Las Vegas Strip and immerse themselves in the excitement of the Las Vegas Grand Prix. During this captivating 12-minute journey, passengers will enjoy a dynamic and exclusive perspective of the 17-turn, 3.8-mile street race circuit from above. Guests will witness the iconic Vegas skyline from a luxury helicopter with panoramic views of Caesars Palace, Bellagio, F1's Paddock Building, Wynn, The Venetian, Allegiant Stadium, Sphere, Downtown Las Vegas and more. The Vegas Victory Lap flight starts at $199 per person.

The GRAND Prix Experience is a luxury helicopter excursion to one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon. On the way to and from the Grand Canyon, guests will fly over the 17-turn, 3.8-mile F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix race circuit for unparalleled perspectives from above. Additional highlights include bird's-eye views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Bowl of Fire, Mojave Desert and more. Soaring through the canyon, guests will witness its time-carved formations and the beautiful palette of desert colors before landing 3,500 feet below the canyon rim. Upon landing, an upgraded selection of champagne, beverages, and a European-inspired snack box will be served. The GRAND Prix Experience is approximately 4.5 hours and starts at $799 per person. The GRAND Prix Sunset Experience starts at $829 per person and includes extended landing and return at magic hour.

For more information regarding Maverick Helicopters and the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix flights, please visit www.FlyMaverick.com/F1Exp.