# Crowdsourced Helicopter Ride Apps The Blade App Crowdsources Rides by Helicopter to the Hamptons By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-06-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helicopter-to-the-hamptons References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/travel/blade-iphone-helicopter-app.php) & [nymag](http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2014/06/this-app-will-helicopter-you-to-the-hamptons.html?mid=twitter_nymag) Blade is a new app that provides a helicopter to the Hamptons from New York City to those who are helicopter-less. With the mobile app, users can book a seat on the next scheduled flight out for about $575, or pick a time that better suits them and crowdsource out the rest of the seats to keep costs of the $3000 ride down. If you happen to make a booking and it has to be cancelled due to poor weather conditions, Blade will provide its users with a credit for their next trip as well as get you to your destination in a Maserati at no cost. Blade is a new startup that's been running since Memorial Day, with plans to expand its service to include trips from L.A. to Las Vegas and Boston to Cape Cod. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Crowdsourced Transport:** Developing a crowdsourced model for transportation services can disrupt traditional methods and provide cost-effective transportation options. - **On-demand Aviation:** The rise of on-demand aviation apps like Blade opens up opportunities for more efficient and convenient travel options. - **Weather-proof Travel:** Integrating weather cancellation policies and alternative transportation options can improve the reliability and customer satisfaction of travel services. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation:** Implementing a crowdsourced approach to transportation services can revolutionize the industry by offering flexible and affordable travel options. - **Aviation:** The growth of on-demand aviation apps presents disruptive opportunities in the aviation industry, enabling faster and more personalized travel experiences. - **Travel and Tourism:** Introducing weather-proof travel services can enhance the travel and tourism industry by reducing disruptions caused by adverse weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bespoke Air Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-air-travel-app.md) - [Swift Travel Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-hotels-and-blade.md) - [Bid-Based Ride Hailing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indrive.md) - [Epochal Electric VTOLs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epochal-electric-vtol.md) - [Consumer-Driven Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-evtol-aircraft.md) - [Rideshare Airport Shuttle Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-shuttle-routes.md) - [Convenience-Focused Transportation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transportation-apps.md) - [Car Transfer Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daytrip-app.md) - [Aggregated On-Demand Service Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finishd-app.md)