Brilio.net/en - Wouldnt it be nice to just fly and get away from all the terrible traffic that youve been dreading all this time? Ride-hailing app Uber has been appreciated by many users in multiple locations across the globe. With just a click of a button, we are soon en route to our respective destinations. In Brazil today, Uber doesnt just boast its success on the road, but in the skies too. Thats right; Sao Paulo residents can now fly to get to where they want to be!
Ubercopter collaborates with Airbus and utilizes three helicopter operators, with each aircraft being able to facilitate a maximum of four passengers. It aims to cater to people who want to travel between airports, hotels and convention centers. Five helipads and four hotels in Sao Paulo, the worlds largest helicopter fleet, are currently linked with Ubercopter. In order to request for one, its as simple as booking via the regular Uber app. In this case, users will be redirected to an app where they can use their Uber credentials. Clients then get a text message with information about the location of the nearest helipad. Prices vary between $17 and $80 per seat.
Getting an Uber in Cannes. First time I've seen the 'helicopter' option!! pic.twitter.com/FSiuSYZFAA
Dave Haynes (@haynes_dave) June 3, 2016
In fact, Uber had also offered helicopter services during Frances Cannes Film Festival and Utahs Sundance Film Festival. In Asia, a handful of lucky Uber customers in Indonesias island of Bali were randomly selected to take part in free helicopter rides during a promotion teaser advertised on February 19th. Well, you never know- Ubercopter may soon be introduced to a place somewhere near you!
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