Only Airplane in Hawaii Designed for Aerial Sightseeing

The Air Ventures Brand New State of the Art, High Wing (designed for unobstructed views) 2007 GA-8 Air Van (short takeoff and landing) airplane meets all FAA safety requirements and is specially-designed for slow observation flights. Our airplane is the only airplane in the State specially designed for aerial sightseeing tours. The huge observation windows and doors are perfect for flightseeing above Kauai's spectacular scenery. No other fixed-wing air tour operator on Kauai can offer you a better view of the Garden Island. Our airplane maintains a slower speed of 125 – 135 knots for your viewing pleasure during your air tour.

“But what’s truly impressive about the GA-8 is that it was obviously designed by experienced Outback pilot/mechanics who’d had more than their share of frustration with existing aircraft models. The visibility from the Airvan, for example, is simply wonderful—for both pilots and passengers. The wing is set back a bit from the pilot’s door, offering remarkably good up-and-down views, and each of the passengers gets the benefit of a large, rectangular window. The GA-8’s cabin is also big enough to have an aisle in between the seats—a welcome relief from the squished-in feeling that smaller bush aircraft have. And, perhaps even more important for pilots flying passengers in rough, backwoods conditions—the ventilation in the Air van is superb throughout the entire cabin.”
Flying Magazine, Caravan-Lite, By Lane Wallace, May 2005

 

Kauai Air Tours Depart from the Lihue Airport

Air Ventures sightseeing air tour flights of Kauai depart daily from the Lihue Airport Commuter Terminal. All air tours remain within 25 miles of Lihue Airport. Click on the map for a larger view.

GA-8 Air Bus Specifications:

Takeoff Distance: 1800'
Landing Distance: 1200'
Cruise Speed: 125 - 135 Knots
Engine: 300 Horsepower Lycoming

 

To learn more about our aircraft, visit www.gippsaero.com