Austin Formula 1 Helicopter Shuttle & Charter Services for 2026
Skip the traffic and arrive in style. Enjoy VIP access to the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin. Depart from our private helipad in South Austin and land right at the heart of the action in a Bell 206 Long Ranger.
Anticipated Race Schedule 2026
October 23 (Friday):
- Practice 1: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
- Practice 2: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
October 24 (Saturday):
- Practice 3: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
- Qualifying: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
October 25 (Sunday):
- Race: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
All times are Central Time (CDT), Local Time (LT). Subject to change by Formula 1.
Flight time windows 2026
Departures times to be negotiated.
October 23 (Friday):
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
October 24 (Saturday):
- 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
October 25 (Sunday):
- 9:40 AM – 1:40 PM
- 5:20 PM – 8:20 PM
Take-Off Locations
We can accommodate departures from several convenient locations around Austin, Texas.
- 4XS8 – South Austin Heliport:
- our main base, closest to COTA,
- address: 11417 FM1625, Creedmoor, Texas 78610,
- flight time: [5-10 mins].
- Lakeway Airpark (3R9):
- ideal for departures from the Lake Travis area
- flight time: [15-20 mins],
- San Antonio (Boerne Stage Airfield, 5C1):
- convenient for passengers traveling from San Antonio and Hill Country,
- flight time: [30-35 mins],
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) – FBOs:
- perfect for those arriving or departing on business jets
- flight time: [10-15 mins]
Charter or Shuttle?
You can choose between Charter and Shuttle flights.
Charter:
- The entire helicopter is reserved exclusively for you and your guests.
- Maximum privacy, no other passengers onboard.
- More flexibility within the available time windows.
Shuttle:
- You purchase individual seats of the helicopters.
- You share the helicopter with other passengers.
- Efficient and cost-effective option while still enjoying a luxury transfer.