INSIDE India's ONLY Helicopter Airline across the Remote Himalayas

[@manojbiswas889]

Hi Noel, I was you co-passenger on the Delhi - Kullu flight (remember the chap trying to get you a seat with a clean window? 😄) been looking forward to that video since many a week, but I guess you gave it a miss due to the lack of visibility. Am glad the chopper flight back was better 🙂

[@RAHISTILLL]

Yr Manoj, Noel bhut bada banda hai yr.. aise thori reply karega

[@manojbiswas889]

To hum kaunse chotte bande hain..? 😁

[@friendlyatheist9589]

@@RAHISTILLL bhai bada chota kiya hota hai. He is nothing without his viewers.. he must have not seen the comment

[@RAHISTILLL]

@@friendlyatheist9589 Han bhai vohi toh obvious baat hai ki comment nahi dekha hoga issi liye reply nahi kiya... Maine toh sarcastically bola tha.. aap literally samjh gaye

[@tusharagarwal9720]

​@@manojbiswas889mujhe bhi clean seat chahiye. Mujhe bhi dilwa do Manoj tkt

[@ashitmallick6199]

16:54 - 17:05 damm that line up of C17 globemaster and IL 76 of Indian Air Force is looking amazing . Air Force base Chandigarh is one of the major military logistics hub for Indian Military operations in Leh region . loved your Helo Ride 😄😄👍

[@gotb21]

Watching that gentleman who I think was going to marshal the black and white chopper and he took off running for his life towards the terminal, kinda looked like a scene from a movie!!! The scenery is absolutely stunning!!!! It's a no-brainer, I'd take the helicopter any day! I flew on helicopters during the VietNam War. Great Video Noel!!!

[@noelphilips]

Haha it did make me chuckle!

[@Trevor1292]

Yeah I caught that too lololol !! Now that would be your military-like ride to experience. You should have asked that pilot if he's for hire for a scenic tour down and back up the mountain, so you could do a comparison lolol

[@sidv4615]

Did you fly for the army?

[@gotb21]

@@sidv4615 Nope...... Rode in the back of hueys and flew in the back seat of a Cobra. I almost went from the Air Force to CWO flying training at Ft Hood, to fly Low Observation Helicopters but I smartened up and realized the death toll of pilots flying them, so I stayed as a radio operator for the Air Force. I was at Song Be Airfield, FSB Buttons.

[@neon-astronaut]

Fortunate Son playing in the background

[@helenrideout]

First time I've written a comment but for this video I just had to. What amazing scenery of India. All I've ever seen before is crowded streets, crazy traffic, poor housing, crowded trains. Those views were just amazing and I loved the accompanying music. Noel, you were like a kid in a candy store. Loved it. I've subscribed and give the👍and have been watching for a while and have enjoyed your many travels. I'm homebound so this is the only way I'm able to travel now. I usually just watch but this video was special so had to comment.

[@sarants4488]

Well those are the scenes that media shows you....India is huge and diverse man.....you can't generalize us by just watching clips of old Delhi or dharawi ....for example me an Indian have never seen a slum in real life

[@sukumarssuresh]

@@sarants4488 Right on. There's not many countries as diverse as India, yet that urge to sideswipe pops up

[@elizabethluke8697]

Same I ain't never seen slums either...I'm from the state of Kerala btw...it's full of greenery,backwaters,coconut trees,house boats and beaches❤....u should probably stop watching what ur media shows to you!

[@prangaraju]

Thanks for getting this video. Was never aware of Pawanhans service to Kullu. Thought of only 2 options for getting from Chandigarh to Kullu - Alliance Air and the 8 hour drive. This is now on my bucket list.

[@alphadeltaj4548]

Yes, you’re quite right regarding the severe limitations based on take off weight at Kullu, even landing was heavily restricted due to the missed approach area being in high and very tight terrain. Not every pilots “cup of tea” so to speak! Taking off with 19 pax (in a 74 pax aircraft) was usually considered a great success, having their bags onboard was a bonus! :) summer conditions (high temps) and tailwinds would restrict the take off weight greatly.. the runway at Kullu is one way (land 34, take off 16) and 1000m in length, which isn’t that long really. Was always a pleasure to fly in and out off, the ground crew at Kullu were (and probably still are) fantastic.

[@smikejasper4461]

Wow, the views of those sharply peaked mountains, with little roads snaking up and down - then Shimla where they evidently had to lop off the top of the mountain to fit in a runway, really bringing home just how vertical the country is! Great ride! 🙂

[@BillyDaKidtv]

Your happiness on that helicopter was contagious mate. I sat watching it with a big smile on my face. Great stuff Noel.

[@devanam9171]

Noel I was watching your Nepal vlog wherein you took Tara Air to fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and as I write this, a tragic piece of news surfaced about a crash of a Tara Air 9 NAET twin-engine aircraft near Lamche river in Mustang, Nepal. You kept on saying in the vlog it is still the safest way to travel and now your words are reverberating in my ears. RIP to the 22 souls! A small trivia since you are a Briton: Shimla was made the summer capital of India in 1864 by the then Governor General, John Lawrence (winter capital was Calcutta). Later, Hardinge - II shifted the capital to Delhi in 1911

[@noelphilips]

Tremendously sad news from Nepal.Thinking of everyone involved and the whole Tara Air team.

[@williamgriffis8733]

Awesome Noel! Love helicopters. I would definitely put this on my bucket list!

[@KKYouTube_1111]

Shimla! I belong to Shimla, it's my hometown. Happy to see that you came. Please Do come back again:) and ofcourse, thankyou for showing the world how wonderful these copter journeys are over Himachal State Himalayan mountains.

[@rahulg98]

Trust me Noel, you look so happy, thrilled & curious just like a child 😆 whislt on the heli ride .....cheers mate ..

[@J_J1711]

After several less fun experiences in India I'm so glad you really enjoyed this one. The views were epic.

[@yaronsteinbuch3956]

Let me get this straight … you found this flight amazing? That’s the impression I got. 😄 Love your enthusiasm!

[@lllEduardollll]

I worked many years as a mechanic on these AS365s, it was without a doubt the aircraft I liked the most to work on, everything was so easy to inspect, all the fairings easy to remove, great machine, it was not very comfortable for passengers on long flights but it is very fast though.

[@Slycockney]

Looked and sounded amazing. Never been on a chopper, bucket list job.

[@tapuwandudzo7162]

I always look forward to your videos and have watched every single one of them in the past month!!! Much love from Zimbabwe❤️

[@pekka75]

Same here 😊 Love from Norway ❤️

[@rmd4209]

What an amazing landscape. I love the Indian music on this video. So relaxing...😍😍

[@ritz84in]

This is surely great but by road, it's a lovely drive as well. Both experiences are different and unique on their own.

[@Flutterwhat]

what an incredible episode! no worries on your audio, it's brilliant what you've done, always love your work. hope to buy socks soon!

[@noelphilips]

Much appreciated!

[@lucascalma605]

Hi Noel, your helicopter ride through the Indian Himalayas reminds me of your helicopter ride in your Nepal trip, one of your last trips before many restrictions were imposed; and I remember that your helicopter ride in Nepal was quite scary, due to strong winds, and the pilot having a hard time about which direction is which. But at least, this one was more uneventful and had more scenery than the Nepal trip on the helicopter, but it makes me feel like you should come back to Nepal sometime in the future, as there might be more stuff yet to explore! For now, enjoy the rest of your trip across India!

[@aa6eheia156]

The Nepal trip definitely had more scenery than this one as they passed between giant snow capped mountains to reach Everest Base Camp and going through thick clouds while returning

[@Hans5958]

KFC in mountains gone wrong am I right

[@carlaportocarrero6464]

Wow!!! What a view!!! And with the perfect matching music!!! I got goose bumps!! Thanks Noel 🤗😊

[@wolfganghofmann3977]

That’s a cool experience , I flew on a helicopter across New York City , there’s nothing like it , we always look forward to Sunday morning adventures , cheers 🍻, thank you.

[@neilwoodward7336]

Absolutely amazing video. I've watched many of your films recently but never subscribed.... until now! Your passion and enjoyment of what you are doing shines through. So, now, I am a subscriber!

[@cheapskateninja2655]

@Noel Philips I saw you recently at a UK Airport, I was really surprised how tall and big you are!. Such a great bloke! great videos too!

[@adscordz327]

I’m 100% scarred every time I get on a plane (I have to fly lots for work) if it wasn’t for ALL of Noel’s fantastic videos every Sunday night on here I don’t thing I could do it, so it’s a BIG thank you from me Noel!!!! Please keep up the good work and many thanks for helping settle my head before every flight.

[@GoldAndDangerous]

I've dealt with intense fear of flying all my life, and it wasn't until I found Mentour Pilot, 74Gear and Noel Phillips that I actually figured I could overcome it. I have watched their videos since 2020, but haven't been on a plane since before - But right now I feel excited for my next flight, which feels highly unusual. The early stuff on Mentour Pilot has helped me a lot, as he's explaining pretty much everything, and Noel's videos as well, considering how many times he's flown without any serious incidents.

[@bradbest4418]

14:39 I have never seen a Helicopter taking off on a run way like that.....almost like a regular airplane.....usually most helicopters just take off vertically right from their parking area.... very interesting

[@Jottobear]

Just look at the smile on your face! You were in your element! Great video as always, Noel and a wonderful difference to the others. Well done mate!

[@noelphilips]

Thanks so much!

[@duncangrainge]

So Noel, are you saying that that view was better than a view across Birmingham on a rainy day? For shame. Lol. It was amazing and such good value. Well done you and thank you 🙏

[@bryanlorang417]

What a cool vid! The scenery was amazing! Thanks!

[@joannharrington2279]

The scenery is breathtaking. You couldn't have picked a better form of transportation. I don't think you could stop smiling. Traveling by helicopter is something akin to flying like a bird. I love it.

[@bonkbonk450]

loving the content in india

[@judybethclark9431]

One of the reasons I love your channel is your infectious smile. Especially on this helicopter ride - I felt like I was flying with you! Thank you!

[@TheShootinStar]

Absolutely stunning scenery! Thanks for sharing this with us. I do miss the loo review, though...lol.

[@timphillips9954]

India is unique, no 1 for any kind of holiday.

[@robsmithracing]

@tim Phillips, and relation to Noel?

[@renolontje]

luxury never seen that in india

[@vap57]

This is definitely goes into my top ten list of your videos!

[@noelphilips]

Thank you!

[@christopherrobin7984]

That's one heck of a mic. Your voice comes through totally clear. Helicopters are deafeningly loud inside

[@jenniferlim2250]

Amazing! Like something out of a Rudyard Kipling novel!! 👍

[@sammy270]

The best way to start a Sunday is with a Noel Phillips video! It’s these kind of video's that make this channel different from others. You give us experience like nothing else on KZbin, taking us on these crazy yet incredible trips. The variety of videos is what makes this channel so unique. Keep it up man 👏

[@noelphilips]

Thank you! Happy to be a part of your Sunday!

[@KevinJones-qp9er]

Great comment couldn't agree more 👍

[@MartysWhiteSuit]

One of the most fantastic things I've seen. Incredible. I went on a helicopter once, a Jetranger. Best thing I ever did.

[@jontooke846]

That was a incredible video thanks so much. What beautiful scenes from India. You really make me want to travel.

[@aitdirect9527]

What a way to travel Noel Loving the unique content your banging out....

[@organiccold]

Noel, looks like you really loved that. Amazing views and really a cool machine

[@BarneyLeith]

Brilliant video - what amazing scenery and a wonderful experience. I would definitely choose the helicopter over the other two modes.

[@VicTheflyingDentist]

This has been one of the coolest videos I’ve seen on your channel. I was born in Chandigarh, and used to teach in a dental school near Shimla, which used to be the summer capital of India during the British Raj. Very fond memories, as England is my home for the last 16 years. I honestly didn’t know that Pawan Hans operated such flights, as I thought that they’re meant for Govt officials and Politicians. Hope you’re enjoying your stay in India.

[@utkarshsingh2490]

Please visit Varanasi , it is holiest place in the world and one of the oldest cities in world.

[@fireflyrobert]

This looked amazing!

[@ZK-APA]

Great video, though just keep in mind Chandigarh is one airport where photography/videography is prohibited airside.

[@noelphilips]

Thank you! Interestingly the crew on my outbound flight did an announcement to that effect but then told me to ignore it and film anyway as it’s just a statement they have to read and they don’t mind 😂

[@ajinkyamehere5365]

Yeah because the airport serves as both civilian airport and an air force base. You can see the C17 globemasters of the IAF on the tarmac in this video.

[@ZK-APA]

@@noelphilips Fair enough lol. Though just keep such things to yourself. Dont want anyone to quote this and get the crew in trouble.

[@randomstuff9322]

the place looks amazing. Thanks for sharing Noel

[@noelphilips]

My pleasure!

[@ArtwholeVideo]

Give me the chopper for that trip. Fantastic scenery.

[@KenadiWaymire]

The opening shot was absolutely gorgeous. What an amazing view! And what a cool flight experience. Great video as always

[@JonGreen_UK]

That was fun! Also: full marks for Opera, it’s been my one and only browser for years. Love it!

[@FuncleB]

Looks an amazing experience and you look super happy Noel. Keep up the good work :)

[@daan.4463]

Still watching your video’s with a lot of joy! Every time hits different!✈️🛩

[@MattCook206]

Amazing views ! Thanks for taking us along.

[@noelphilips]

You bet

[@sidratshish7722]

Great Video & Great Experience Noel. ❤️ Watching From Nilphamari , BANGLADESH

[@markturpin5667]

Dear Noel an amazing flight but I recommend the small mountain railway from Chandigarth to Simla before going onto the Kulu Valley and beyond.

[@strixx1179]

Daaaaammnnn !!! This was not at all expected :D Thanks for giving a unique insight and beautiful ride across the hills of India's most popular hill vacation town Looking forward to more unique and adventurous flights 😜😁✌️ P.S:- Alliance Air is going to operate the new Dornier-228 from Shimla quite soon

[@Trevor1292]

Absolutely, gorgeous !! Those views are incredibly stunning !!. It's unimaginable that you could embark on such a ride for only £68.30 !! That truly is an unforgettable flight. What a wonderful hidden gem you have discovered that many, myself included, would not have associated with India. What an adventure India is turning out to be ;-)

[@santoshpatnaik1988]

Would not have associated with India? What do you mean by that?

[@BNotoriousPAT]

My favorite video yet! This one was awesome!!

[@noelphilips]

Glad you liked it!!

[@mhondoroyeHarare]

I miss Chandigarh beautiful little city as well as shimla Hills, I hope I will be able to visit India again. Thank you for this video

[@rajeevgangal542]

It's no longer little 😁 . beautiful well eye of beholder and all that

[@tracybroschak4467]

I loved seeing you so happy when you were up in the helicopter. You were like a little boy at Christmas. I'm terrified of heights and have never flown anywhere (thank God). but I love your channel and how you give such information.

[@dmc9487]

Superb scenery & nation. Enjoyed this video 10/10 Noel.

[@imsunasong3912]

Your such a big kid..smart!!. Really enjoyed the views from the helicopter. Wow!😲😊👀👍

[@martinebon4333]

Wow £68 for a helicopter ride. This is on my bucket list if I ever travel to Himachal Pradesh.

[@monitorlizard1]

Your enjoyment of this has brought me to tears. I'd love to be there doing the same thing. I'd love to throw myself to the wind and just GO.

[@monitorlizard1]

and there's a Starbucks! lol

[@BChandl13]

Noel out here just living his best life. Love it

[@simonhutchings6256]

Noel great video what a fantastic view from your hotel balcony! And AS365 haulage to boot !! You certainly know how to spend a day travelling about 😀👍

[@noelphilips]

Many thanks!

[@gdchiavenna]

Absolutely breathtaking views and by far one of (if not the) best trip reports I've seen. Congrats on your work and definitely a "to-do bucket list item"

[@noelphilips]

Wow, thank you!

[@karifredrikson8492]

Loreena Mckenitt wrote this music. Noel I love your films! You are naturally comedic & charming. I’m hooked!

[@govc3853]

This is unreal. I live in the UK but my grandparents are from Kullu so this is surreal for me to see you actually visiting there. A very stunning place for sure always loved visiting. Just didn’t love the usual 12 hour car ride from delhi 😂 I did suggest a plane ride there but apparently it was always “too dangerous” with the runway being so small so I’ve never done the trip via plane. How was your experience flying there from delhi!

[@RatherBeTraveling]

Helicopter don't fly. They beat the air into submission. Awesome. On my list now. :)

[@theonlywoody2shoes]

As a fixed wing (recreational) pilot flying a DR400, I would suggest that helicopters are just so ugly that the earth repels them 🤔🤭🤫

[@jimshelley8831]

Never been in a helicopter but been to Chandigarh and Shimla many times. Shimla was the old capital under British occupation. What is the music on this vblog ? Noel have you been to the Andaman and Nicobar islands yet ? I went in 2000 ,amazing & completely different to anywhere else in India.

[@lewiscourtney5740]

What a cool experience for you Noel. Great video.

[@noelphilips]

Yes it was!

[@1987AndyB]

The handwritten boarding pass reminded me of a flight from Mansa in Zambia to Ndola

[@nancycowell-miller4321]

Your smile is infectious. I'd be terrified to ride a helicopter, but I was grinning through this whole video. Thanks for taking us along!

[@arcoulant87]

The only time I have been in a helicopter I jumped out at 5000 ft, ah happy days skydiving.

[@noelphilips]

Some would say that's the safer of the two options depending on the helicopter ;)

[@brigittelehmann9749]

your reviews always end my sundays with a special touch seeing your great destinations of travel its very relaxing thanks greetings from the netherlands

[@tramlad2]

Superb Noel what a stunning journey

[@phxmanny411]

Awesome videos Noel all the time!! Idk how you don’t have a million subs you’re absolutely fantastic!

[@naveedhussain9184]

Amazing video keep it up Noel 👍 I look forward watching your videos every Sunday

[@noelphilips]

Glad you like them!

[@sararaftery3729]

been to chandigah and shimla ....memories from watching your vlogs.

[@brigittelehmann9749]

very beautiful breathtaking flight i enjoyed it very much thanks for sharing

[@whatever8282828]

I agree - a helicopter down a mountain sure beats a nauseating series of dozens of switchbacks on a bus!

[@exile220ify]

I usually skip your ads but I watched this one. I love that you gave a shoutout to "Bald And Bankrupt" (the Soviet biplane video). He and you are among my fave KZbinrs :)

[@estiefranks6468]

I had to pause the video and just say how spectacular the scenery is. WOW

[@beckyyoung725]

Noel you are glowing. Thanks for sharing your adventure!❤️🚁

[@jonclassical2024]

Wow, Kullu is at the very tippy top of India...that ride indeed looks AMAZING, thanks for taking us along Noel!

[@TheRareVideosXL]

A helicopter flight is unique. Great video as always. Keep it up.

[@annettewalter2273]

Best way to see the scenery, so exciting.

[@bhyomkeshbakshika5938]

A brilliant watch ...this is such an interesting video thanks for sharing the experience

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bhyomkeshbakshika5938]

@@noelphilips yes indeed Thank You

[@andyfreer1343]

Great trip and scenery definitely worth the money such a magical place

[@seemannsgarnlp9035]

He's so happy. It's adorable. :)

[@FF-uq6vl]

Great video as always Noel. Not surprised that your ears were ringing after two hours. You're the only one not wearing ear defenders onboard !!!

[@noelphilips]

Haha, have to experience the raw experience 😂

[@victoriasumner936]

Wow, stunning scenery.

[@mariaparker7545]

You should of put on the ear protecters that is why everyone else was wearing theirs!

[@Andrewkiff]

Fantastic Video, Thank you for sharing it with us

[@noelphilips]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Vegan_Voice]

Welcome to India Sir.

[@AtlasAir767CA]

Wow what a trip!! So cool, it seems a little loud but I noticed that there were caution lights on while you were flying LOL! Yikes obviously it wasn't serious. What a cool flight though I'm seriously jealous!!!

[@HimmatRathorehr]

Amazing video. This is on my bucket list.