Private helicopter flights to North

Sri Lanka's only private sector helicopter operator Deccan Aviation made its first helicopter transfer to Jaffna recently.

"There are a lot of investors interested in Jaffna and the North for whom the timing of the scheduled services currently available may not be convenient.

Our helicopters give them the flexibility they need to fly whenever required", said Head of Sales Deccan Air Lakmal Perera.

Deccan Aviation is the only private sector operator remaining in the country, together with the government sponsored services of the Sri Lanka Air Force.

In operation since 2004, Deccan has flown both the leisure and corporate travellers to various destinations across the country, offering services ranging from VIP chartering, aerial shoots and flying to major infrastructure sites for inspection. As a full service operator, Deccan ensures safety and comfort in its flight.

Guests are offered a dedicated sky concierge to plan all components of their ride and guests are also flown directly to a destination of their choice in Sri Lanka upon their arrival from an international flight, landing even on the grounds of the hotel or villa. All ground transfers are handled as part of Deccan Aviation's total professional service and experience.

With its aircraft used strictly for civilian operations, Deccan operates a fleet of modern Bell Jet Rangers and Robinson R44 helicopters.

It is fully certified and supervised by the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka and aircraft are maintained according to stringiest civilians standards of operations in order to ensure safety and comfort.