Rio Aviation Inc. was started in

2010 by retired National Park Ranger Marcos Paredes to provide Charter Air Service and Air Tours for the Big Bend area of Texas. Rio Aviation is currently operating as a part 91  Air Tour Operation and is currently in application for a part 135 Air Charter certification. We are currently not conducting Air Charter operations.

There are many ways to experience this country and we are pleased to offer you the opportunity to see it from this unique perspective.

Let Marcos be your guide to the spectacular views of this scenic mountainland. His Knowledge of the area and emphasis on safety assure an enjoyable memorable  adventure.

Rates are $300.00 per hour and can be divided between 1 to 4 persons. Some weight restrictions apply. Call for additional rates, availability and meeting location.

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Santa Elena Canyon at the junction of Terlingua Creek and the Rio Grande River in the Big Bend National Park

THE PLANE

“Ol’ Brownie” is a Cessna 205.  Known as the "Super Skywagon"  it is one of Cessna’s  original “heavy haulers” developed for the air taxi industry.  This great plane has been modified and improved with the addition of a “STOL” or Short Take Off  and Landing kit, reducing the stall and landing speed, and increasing stability and safety significantly.  The plane can accomodate up to 4 passengers comfortably and the high wing configuration provides an excellent platform for sightseeing and photography.

Ol' Brownie

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