Caution Updated:

  • New! With continued snowmelt and rising waters, the Calgary Fire Department advises against boating and all other water activities on the Bow and Elbow Rivers, effective June 29, 2026. Learn more

Other services

Use of helicopters, hot air balloons and low-flying aircraft

Lead times vary. Contact our Film Friendly team.

Helicopters that use the downtown heliport in Calgary require our prior permission. 

Contact us at film@calgary.ca. Let us know the details of the flight including arrival, departure and full contact information, and we’ll reach out to you within one business day.

Requests for low-level flights for any type of aircraft within Calgary city limits require a Letter of No Objection from The City. After receiving the letter, the applicant must then provide it to Transport Canada.

Find out more information on heliports and low-level flights.  

Fees for helicopter landing

All fees are subject to change and 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) 

Service Fee
Landing Fee $55.55
Parking Fee (Short term) $72.85 per four hour block

Parking Fee overnight

(1900-0700 hrs)

$113.30