MyFlight Tours

Why go: MyFlight Tours offers six distinct helicopter ride paths over the Smoky Mountains, from a quick introductory loop to a 50-mile tour of the full national park, departing from the closest heliport to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Sevierville.

About MyFlight Tours

MyFlight Tours is a Michigan-based helicopter tour company that expanded to Sevierville in early 2023, taking over the legacy operation of Smoky Mountain Helicopter Rides, a business with more than 60 years of history at this location. The company operates from a remodeled 2,000-square-foot facility off Highway 66 that includes an immersive pre-flight virtual reality experience, with video walls designed to give riders a taste of the aerial routes before they board.

Six distinct tour paths are available at the Smoky Mountain location, each covering a different swath of East Tennessee. The shortest option is an introductory loop giving riders a quick aerial orientation over Sevierville, while the flagship Great Smoky tour covers 50 miles of terrain from the Pigeon Forge Strip to the peaks of the national park, Douglas Lake, and Bluff Mountain. Every ticket at the Smoky Mountain location includes the VR pre-flight experience at no extra charge.

The company emphasizes walk-in accessibility, offering same-day bookings without requiring advance reservations, though online booking is also available. My Flight Tours holds a 4.9-star rating on Google based on more than 700 reviews, and the Smoky Mountain heliport is marketed as the closest commercial departure point to the national park boundary.

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Getting to MyFlight Tours

The heliport sits on Winfield Dunn Parkway (Highway 66) between Sevierville and the Pigeon Forge junction, directly across from The Wilderness Resort. Turn in off the parkway and drive up the hill to the ticket office and parking area. Parking is free and located directly in front of the building.

Why Choose MyFlight Tours

With six tour routes available and a facility built around the full pre-flight-to-landing experience, MyFlight Tours offers more flexibility and variety than most single-route helicopter operators in the region. The combination of a long operational history at this site and a fully updated facility sets it apart.

• Closest heliport to the national park. Departing from this location means riders reach mountain terrain almost immediately after liftoff, giving more of the flight time to actual scenery rather than transit.
• Six tour paths at a range of price points. Options span from an entry-level introductory flight to a comprehensive national park tour, making it accessible to first-timers and suitable for those who want a more extensive experience.
• VR pre-flight experience included. Every ticket includes time in the renovated facility with immersive video wall presentations covering all the tour routes before you board, a differentiator from most helicopter operators.
• Doors-off option on select tours. The Douglas Lake Tour and certain others can be flown with the doors removed for an unobstructed open-air view, available to those who want a more physical thrill.
• Walk-ins and same-day bookings accepted. No need to plan far in advance; the company accommodates spontaneous visitors as well as those who prefer to lock in a time online ahead of the trip.
• Established safety record. The company publishes a zero-incident flight record and conducts FAA-regulated inspections at 50, 100, 200, 300, and 500 flight-hour intervals, with stricter-than-minimum weather limits in place.

Must Do

• Mountain Jumper. The fan-favorite route climbs to 4,000 feet and crests over Bluff Mountain across 30 miles of flight, with panoramic views of Wears Valley and the national park ridgeline on both sides.
• Great Smoky Tour. The longest route at 50 miles covers the Pigeon Forge Strip, downtown Sevierville, Douglas Lake, and the interior of the national park, including Bluff Mountain and multiple high-elevation landmarks across the full range.
• Douglas Lake Tour with Doors Off. At 16 miles, this flight over Douglas Lake and the French Broad River is a strong value, and the doors-off option transforms it into an open-air experience with unobstructed photography angles.
• VR Pre-Flight Experience. The in-facility virtual reality presentation plays before every flight and gives a genuine sense of each route before boarding; worth arriving a few minutes early to take it in fully.

What to Expect

MyFlight Tours operates a straightforward process: check in at the ticket office, complete the pre-flight VR experience, then board for your tour. Plan roughly 35 to 60 minutes total depending on which route you choose, with longer tours requiring more on-ground prep time.

• Weight limit strictly enforced. A maximum of 300 lbs. per passenger applies, per aircraft manufacturer specifications. Groups of three must not exceed 600 lbs. combined. Passengers will be weighed before boarding.
• Children under 24 months ride on lap. No age minimum exists otherwise, and families with young children are a common sight at this operator.
• Booking ID required at check-in. Passengers who book online must present the original credit or debit card used to reserve, along with a matching photo ID. Failure to present both results in denial of the flight with no refund.
• Cancellation policy is firm within 7 days. Cancellations requested within seven days of the scheduled flight are not eligible for a refund. Book with that window in mind.
• Evening flight surcharge applies. A per-rider surcharge is added for evening departures. Factor this in if you are considering a sunset or nighttime flight over the Pigeon Forge Strip.
• Fly Now, Pay Later options available. The company offers installment payment through Klarna, Afterpay, and Affirm at checkout for those who prefer to spread the cost.
• Weather-dependent operation. Flights may be rescheduled or canceled in adverse conditions. My Flight Tours uses conservative weather minimums and will not fly when conditions fall below their threshold.
• Flight paths subject to change. FAA regulations and real-time conditions may cause route adjustments; the pilot makes final routing decisions once airborne.

Nearby in Sevierville

• Legacy Mountain Ziplines. A multi-line zipline course perched high above the Sevierville valley with sweeping views of the surrounding ridgelines.
• Soaky Mountain Water Park. A large outdoor water park in Sevierville with wave pools, slides, and a lazy river, visible from the air on several My Flight Tours routes.
• Adventure Park at Five Oaks. A treetop ropes and aerial adventure course offering ground-based thrills just a few miles up the parkway.

Explore More

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• Sevierville Food & Beverage Guide. Browse restaurants, cafes, and dining options throughout Sevierville before or after your flight.
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• Sevierville Things to Do. Your complete guide to activities, adventures, and attractions in Sevierville and the surrounding area.