Regulations and Government
New York Helitours Face New Round of Restrictions
New York Mayor Bill de Balsio expected to release a ruling shortly curbing either hours of operations or number of tours permitted.

New York's five helitour operators are bracing for further restrictions. Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) is expected to issue a ruling shortly that would place new limits either on the hours of operation or outright number of tours operators could provide. Those limits could be substantial, as much as a 25 to 30 percent reduction. Helitour operators in New York already are limited to the number of hours they can operate, all during daylight hours, and restricted to specific tour routes—all over water.