How high does the helicopter fly?
Several factors determine the altitude of the helicopter. The pilot may be assigned a specific altitude by air traffic controllers when the aircraft is operating within controlled air spaces. The pilot must also factor in the height of obstructions, such as radio towers, so that they may fly well above the obstruction. Additionally, realizing that several noise sensitive areas exist, every effort is made to avoid flight in these air spaces; however, avoidance is not guaranteed as flight is dictated by safety considerations first. Typically, the altitude flown within the Boston MedFlight service area is between 1,000 and 2,000 feet.
