Simpson Air, the oldest established flying business in the Mackenzie Valley, has been offering air charter service in the Nahanni-Ram area since the 1960's. Ted Grant, President and cheif Pilot, was captivated in 1976 by the wonderous scenery while being stationed in Fort Simpson with the RCMP, and purchased the company in 1981. Ted and his staff has played host to many tourists from around the world including Britains' Prince Andrew ,Dr. Werner Neifer, Former Chairman of Mercedes Benz,plus foreign ambassadors ,senatorsand sports personalitites.
Simpson Air conveniently operates from the island airstrip in Fort Simpson providing wheeled or float-equipped aircraft for charter services.
Simpson Air is the only company offering , a secure fenced compound, a hanger, full washroom facilities , and free parking.
Ted Grant has flown aircraft such as the Cessna185,206,Pilatus Turbo Porter ,Norseman, and Twin Otters in the Nahanni Region .
Simpson Air was mentioned in Air Canada's enRoute Magazine September 2006 issue. "100 things to do before your 100 " Simpson Air was placed Number 71 . "See the iconic Nahanni National Park Reserve, Canada's answer to the Grand Canyon, on a private flight with Simpson Air pilot ( and former RCMP officer) Ted Grant as your guide.
Others mentioned include : Climb the Eiffel Tower ,Explore Beijing , Maui the list goes on .
