Chinese village to experiment with helicopter tourism
A small Chinese village, considered the richest in the country, is testing the idea of air tourism as a revenue generator for the village. Huaxi, a provincial town of 560 in 1957, now has 36,000 residents who all boast a net worth of over $250,000. Officials are experimenting with helicopter and, eventually, airplane flights above the city. They have already spent 90 million yuan ($13.9 million) on two helicopters, with residents getting a free test ride.
The flights plan to cater to upscale tourists willing to spend large amounts of money on a relatively short flight. As many as 10 crew members will be on board to support 2-4 passengers at a time. The flights will center around the village itself, but plans to expand their range are already being discussed.
A small Chinese village, considered the richest in the country, is testing the idea of air tourism as a revenue generator for the village. Huaxi, a provincial town of 560 in 1957, now has 36,000 residents who all boast a net worth of over $250,000. Officials are experimenting with helicopter and, eventually, airplane flights above the city. They have already spent 90 million yuan ($13.9 million) on two helicopters, with residents getting a free test ride. The flights plan to cater to upscale tourists willing to spend large amounts of money on a relatively short flight. As many as 10...
A small Chinese village, considered the richest in the country, is testing the idea of air tourism as a revenue generator for the village. Huaxi, a provincial town of 560 in 1957, now has 36,000 residents who all boast a net worth of over $250,000. Officials are experimenting with helicopter and, eventually, airplane flights above the city. They have already spent 90 million yuan ($13.9 million) on two helicopters, with residents getting a free test ride.
The flights plan to cater to upscale tourists willing to spend large amounts of money on a relatively short flight. As many as 10 crew members will be on board to support 2-4 passengers at a time. The flights will center around the village itself, but plans to expand their range are already being discussed.
