Machine Gun Experiences
Automatic firearms and professionally supervised shooting experiences for individuals, groups, bachelor parties, corporate events and visitors.
Arizona • California • Nevada • Texas
Shoot From a Helicopter
Extraordinary Shooting Experiences Start Here.
Looking for a shooting experience that's anything but ordinary?
From machine guns and .50 caliber rifles to tactical experiences, private shooting events, professional firearms training and highly specialized shooting opportunities, we help connect individuals and groups with unforgettable firearms experiences across Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas.
Whether you're planning a trip to Arizona, California, Nevada or Texas, a bachelor party, corporate event, private group experience or simply looking for something you've never done before — start here.
The Question Everyone Asks
Can You Really Shoot From a Helicopter?
Yes. And for the right client, we'll help build the experience from start to finish.
Our helicopter shooting experiences are typically designed for private clients, corporate groups and individuals looking for something far beyond a traditional day at the range.
These are customized experiences rather than standardized packages. Location, aircraft availability, firearms, group size, scheduling and the overall experience are coordinated around the individual client and applicable requirements.
Helicopter shooting experiences may be available through our network in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas, depending upon the specific experience requested and availability.
Our Network
Shooting Experiences Across the Southwest & Beyond
Arizona • California • Nevada • Texas
From private shooting experiences and machine guns to .50 caliber rifles, tactical training and highly specialized shooting opportunities, our network helps individuals and groups explore extraordinary firearms experiences across multiple states.
Availability varies by experience, location, group size and scheduling. Tell us what you want to do and where you want to do it, and we'll help determine what's possible.
The Network
Looking for Something Easier to Schedule?
You don't have to shoot from a helicopter to have an unforgettable shooting experience.
Our network also connects visitors with indoor machine gun experiences, .50 caliber shooting, tactical shooting experiences, private shooting opportunities, professional firearms training and concealed carry certification. Each experience below is offered through a dedicated property in our shooting-experience network, and availability varies by location, season, group requirements and the particular activity requested.
Explore Machine Gun Experiences
Shoot a .50 Cal
Experience one of the most recognizable long-range rifles in the world.
Tactical Experiences
Discover tactical firearms experiences, private training and specialty shooting opportunities.
Extreme Shooting Experiences
For visitors looking for something well beyond a traditional trip to the shooting range.
Arizona Focus
Shooting Experiences in Arizona
Arizona has become one of America's premier destinations for firearms enthusiasts and shooting experiences. Wide-open desert terrain, year-round shooting weather and a deep community of professional instructors have made Arizona shooting experiences a genuine travel draw — and a key part of our broader network.
While our network also serves California, Nevada and Texas, visitors traveling to Scottsdale and the Phoenix area can find opportunities ranging from traditional indoor shooting ranges to machine gun shooting in Scottsdale, firearms instruction, concealed carry training and specialized private shooting experiences. Long-range enthusiasts often ask about .50 caliber shooting in Arizona, while others come specifically for tactical shooting experiences.
ShootFromAHelicopter.com helps visitors discover options across our network of shooting-experience and professional firearms-training resources in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas. We are not a public shooting range — we help you find the right one, or the private experience you had in mind.
Editorial
More Than a Day at the Range
Some people simply want to visit a shooting range.
Others are looking for an experience they'll still be talking about years later.
ShootFromAHelicopter.com is being developed to help firearms enthusiasts, travelers, bachelor parties, corporate groups and adventure seekers discover shooting experiences ranging from accessible range activities to highly specialized private experiences.
Already know exactly what you're looking for? Great. Have no idea what's possible? Even better. Tell us what you're interested in and we'll help point you in the right direction.
Training
Want Training Instead of an Experience?
Our work goes beyond recreational shooting experiences. Safehouse Defense provides professional firearms education, concealed carry certification and training resources for firearms owners throughout the United States.
Concealed Carry & Multi-State Certification
Visitors can also explore concealed carry certification and multi-state carry training resources through our associated Arizona, California, Utah and multi-state properties. Requirements differ by state and change over time, so explore current training and certification options directly:
- Arizona concealed carry certification training
- California concealed carry training resources
- Utah concealed carry certification training
- Multi-state carry training resources
Information on this site is general in nature and is not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the applicable authority or a qualified professional.
Inquiry
What Do You Want to Experience?
Tell us what caught your attention, where you're interested in doing it and we'll help point you toward the right experience or resource.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can you actually shoot from a helicopter?
- Yes — and for the right client, we help build the experience from start to finish. Our helicopter shooting experiences are typically designed for private clients, corporate groups and individuals looking for something far beyond a traditional day at the range. These are customized experiences rather than standardized packages: location, aircraft availability, firearms, group size, scheduling and the overall experience are coordinated around the individual client and applicable requirements. Availability through our network varies across Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas depending on the specific experience requested.
- Where are your shooting experiences located?
- Our network currently offers shooting experiences and training resources in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas. Arizona — particularly Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area — remains a key location because of our existing operations and MachineGunScottsdale.com. Other experiences and training resources may be available in additional locations, and some of our firearms training and certification resources serve customers nationally.
- Can you arrange bachelor party shooting experiences?
- Group and bachelor party shooting experiences are a common request. Visitors planning an Arizona, California, Nevada or Texas group outing should start with MachineGunScottsdale.com for Scottsdale-area trips, or send us an inquiry with your group size, location and dates.
- Can I shoot a .50 caliber rifle?
- Yes — .50 caliber shooting is one of the most requested experiences we help people find. Explore current options at ShootA50Cal.com.
- Do you offer machine gun shooting experiences?
- Professionally supervised machine gun shooting experiences are available through our network. Scottsdale and Arizona visitors should explore MachineGunScottsdale.com, and we can also help with inquiries for California, Nevada and Texas.
- Do you provide firearms training?
- Yes. Professional firearms education and instruction is provided through Safehouse Defense at SafehouseDefense.com. Training resources serve customers across our network states and nationally where applicable.
- Can I get concealed carry certification?
- Concealed carry training and certification resources are available through our associated Arizona, California, Utah and multi-state properties. Requirements differ by state and change over time, so explore current training and certification options on those sites.