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Breton Air
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Sydney Area & Marconi Trail

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About

Breton Air is Cape Breton’s premier helicopter charter and utility aviation company. Operating tours daily out of the Sydney J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY)
Services are provided for the Maritimes’ most exclusive lodges, retreats, and golf courses. We offer bespoke excursions to some of Canada’s most outstanding locations; including world class fly-fishing, heli-hiking, and Cape Breton Highlands National Park’s famed autumnal colours. 
Come see the unforgettable sights of Nova Scotia’s ocean playground from the air, as viewed by the many eagles that patrol our skies. Our high-performance helicopters provide safe, efficient travel to enjoy the astounding experiences around our rock in the sea. From the rugged coastline of the Cabot Trail to the soft powder sand of our majestic golf courses, we are the charter of choice for the adventurous few.

Location & Contact

280 Silver Dart Way, Sydney, Nova Scotia

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Winter Adventures Around the Chéticamp Area

Grab a pair of snowshoes and enjoy your latest winter adventure in Chéticamp along the Cabot Trail!

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Bras d’Or & Boularderie Island Area

A rural lifestyle is almost mandatory in Bras d'Or and Boularderie Island. This pastoral setting along the Bras d'Or Lake encourages a slower pace of life, the ideal place to embrace 'Island Time'.

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Travel and Activities in Woods Restricted

Due to very dry conditions, the Government of Nova Scotia is enforcing temporary restrictions starting at 4 pm on Tuesday, August 5th. Hiking, fishing and the use of vehicles in the woods are not permitted. Violating...

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