News Release

HeliNY earns Wyvern Wingman certification, setting new benchmark for safety at Downtown Manhattan Heliport

HeliNY, a leading helicopter sightseeing, charter, and medical organ transport operator in the New York metro region, today announced it has achieved Wyvern Wingman certification, one of the aviation industry's most respected safety designations. The certification was granted on December 2, 2025, following successful and ongoing collaboration in Wyvern's Flight Leader Program, which validates HeliNY's operational excellence, pilot training, maintenance programmes and safety management system.

HeliNY is the first helicopter operator at the Downtown Manhattan Skyport (JRB) to meet the heliport's newly enhanced safety standards, which took effect on September 1, 2025. Located at Pier 6 on the East River, JRB requires all operators to undergo an annual third-party safety audit, the results of which are provided to Downtown Manhattan Skyport. These results may also be shared with the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC).

In its certification notice, Wyvern stated: “We congratulate HeliNY for demonstrating compliance with the Wyvern Wingman standard. Its validated SMS and strong participation in the Flight Leader Program reflect a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.”

Paul Blodgett, CEO of HeliNY, said: “We are deeply proud to achieve Wyvern Wingman certification, and we extend our sincere thanks to the Wyvern team for their partnership and the meticulous audit process. This recognition, coming just weeks after our TOPS certification, underscores our unwavering commitment to operating at the highest levels of safety and professionalism. As the first operator at the JRB to meet these enhanced safety standards, this achievement marks a major milestone for our company and offers every guest added confidence when they fly with us.”

This milestone follows HeliNY's November certification from the Tour Operators Program of Safety (TOPS), marking two significant safety achievements this quarter.