location scouting for new heli tour company
My friend(who is an experienced pilot) intends to start a small heli tour business and the budget will only allow for an R44 or R66.My question to you all is- Where in the world would you do it (apart from the USA) if it was your investment considering factors such as prevailing weather conditions, space for competition with other operators, demand, airspace limitations, operating costs vs. potential profitability, availability for maintenance and parts,etc. He is open to partner up with someone who is willing to invest both time and money equally and has experience in the helicopter world.
Thank you for all the constructive comments, observations and ideas!