Reporter takes helicopter to attend 2026 U.S. Open in Shinnecock
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:24 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
A reporter traveled from Manhattan to the Shinnecock Hills golf course via helicopter to attend the 2026 U.S. Open. The flight was approximately 40 minutes and cost $1,480 each way, aimed at avoiding the notorious traffic on Route 27. Fans and media have expressed frustration with congestion during tournament week. This helicopter service is provided by BLADE Air Mobility, facilitating a more efficient travel option to the prestigious event.
- •U.S. Open is held at Shinnecock Hills, New York.
- •Helicopter ride reduces travel time to 40 minutes.
- •BLADE Air Mobility is the official helicopter service provider.
- •Cost per flight is $1,480 each way.
- •Traffic congestion is a persistent issue during the tournament.
- 5:24 PMYahoo Sports — Watch: Our reporter took a helicopter from NYC to Shinnecock for the US Open
"Getting to the U.S. Open is a nightmare. One writer took a $1,480 helicopter ride (each way) to skip the Hamptons gridlock.
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