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Rainbow’s best helicopter pilots — reviews from our guests.

HONOLULU HELICOPTER TOURS  •  OAHU, HAWAII

Rainbow’s best helicopter pilots are well versed in Hawaiian culture, history and geography and deliver an unforgettable experience that customers love.

Rainbow Helicopters best helicopter pilots are exceptional professionals with years of flight experience, dedicated to providing a safe, informative and fun helicopter tour while viewing the natural beauty of the Hawaiian landscape. Rainbow’s helicopter pilots fly our colorful helicopters within viewing distance of the most iconic sights, like lush rainforests and majestic waterfalls. They are dedicated to sharing the natural beauty, culture and scenery while sharing personal insights into Hawaii’s diverse culture.

Come with us above the clouds and enjoy awe-inspiring views of the Oahu’s spectacular Hawaiian landscape. Experience a once in a lifetime helicopter tour of Oahu, narrated by a highly-trained pilot and guide that will show you the breathtaking views of world famous waterfalls, lush green valleys and so much more! Rainbow’s helicopter pilots are dedicated to giving you a comfortable and engaging experience while providing guests with an informative story of Hawaii’s rich history.

Awesome experience doors off! Riley our pilot was fantastic!”

KABREN  •  DEC 2021

Amazing pilots
  1. "Wonderful hop. The view from above is stunning and beautiful. Pilot was knowledgeable of the island."
    Eugene Griffith • Jun 2025
  2. "Great tour! Lucien was a great pilot! We were able to see the island from a different view by doing this awesome helicopter ride."
    Angela Eiting • May 2025
  3. "신혼여행때 한 액티비티 중 가장 고가였지만 남자친구가 하고싶어해서 겁쟁이 용기냈습니다ㅋㅋㅋㅋ 45분정도 투어했는데 군사지역인 한국에서는 하기 어려운 경험이라 특별했고 저는 겁이 많아서 파일럿 옆에서 닫힌 문에서 탔는데 용기있으신 분은 문짝 떼고 고글 쓰고 바람 다 맞고 구경하시더라구요! 긴팔 긴바지 입었고 멀미약 먹고 갔더니 괜찮았는데 저 겁이 많아서 ㅠㅠㅠㅠ 남자친구가 찍어온 영상으로 구경했어요 ㅋㅋㅋ (Translated by Google) It was the most expensive activity during our honeymoon But my boyfriend wanted to do it so I mustered up my courage lol We toured for about 45 minutes and it was a special experience because it was hard to do in Korea, which is a military area I was scared so I rode next to the pilot with the door closed But those who were brave enough took off the door, put on goggles, and watched while feeling the wind! I wore long sleeves and long pants and took motion sickness medicine and it was fine, but I was scared ㅠㅠㅠㅠ I watched it through a video my boyfriend took lol"
    Haagendazs_mania • May 2025
  4. "Es war ein tolles Erlebnis und sein Geld wert! Ida war eine top Pilotin jederzeit wieder! It was a fantastic experience and well worth the money! Ida was a top-notch pilot and I'd go again anytime!"
    Ralf Von Zons • May 2025
  5. "Sehr toller Flug, tolle Piloten, hat sich für uns sehr gelohnt!!!"
    Ralf von Zons • May 2025
  6. "Fantastic trip, highly recommend the 45 minute ride. Cory was a fabulous pilot. Very informative and gave some personal insights into the island."
    Georgina • May 2025
  7. "It was really amazing. If you want to see gorgeous views and a large chunk of the island this is the way to do it. They were safe and seemed to be really knowledgeable about flying helicopters. Nikki our pilot was fantastic and provided great tips for our stay and also custom tailored the flight to hit areas of interest and picture spots. My wife and I also found it great that a female pilot was doing this in a traditionally male dominated field. Thanks, we loved our experience!"
    Shawn Vause • May 2025
  8. "It was amazing! Our pilot did his job very well. He flew over landscapes we wouldn't have seen otherwise. He explained all things we saw and answered our questions well. The flight was worth every dollar! Greetings and thanks to Ben and Joshua!"
    Christine Grunewald • May 2025
  9. "Awesome. Ida was our pilot and was so chilled flying us around Oahu whilst providing continuous commentary highlighting points of interest and directing where to look. Kids up front were well looked after and made to feel at ease. A great experience seeing a wonderful island. Mohalo!"
    Ross McMaster • Apr 2025
  10. "Excellent service and great pilot “Ida” was in incredible request her if you can :)"
    Brandon Stern • Apr 2025
  11. "This private helicopter ride around Kona’s volcanoes, waterfalls, valleys and coast line was epic! Words can not describe the spectacular view. Our pilot Joe was skilled, friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this excursion."
    Ingrid Johnson Rachesky • Apr 2025
  12. "With a great time with Jeff, our pilot, doing a helicopter tour of the volcano. It was beautiful way to see the island and also the volcano. I highly recommend it."
    Eric Rosenbaum • Apr 2025
  13. "The tour was unbelievable. Super smooth and easy for all of us, including 3 kids. It truly gives you an appreciation for the vastness of the island you would never be able to get on the ground. The whole entire staff, including our pilot were top notch. 100% recommend."
    Sarah Airola • Mar 2025
  14. "Booked this helicopter ride super last minute and they were extremely nice. Amazing views, very informative pilot, and perfect flying! Highly recommend!"
    M Tran • Mar 2025
  15. "100% recommended, the tour was sooo amazing and more than we could of expected, Patch was our Pilot and was so fantastic in making sure we got to see everything possible, we will definitely do more, the intro and safety brief was great and the ground staff looked after us so well"
    Narelle Rufus • Mar 2025
  16. "The flight was a blast! We had an amazing time with our pilot Nikki . We highly recommend! Will do it again! ❤️"
    Przemek • Mar 2025
  17. "I would highly recommend this service. I reserved a tour to propose to my partner, and the experience was flawless. The staff at the front desk were welcoming and professional, demonstrating a high level of expertise. Our pilot demonstrated a high level of professionalism, instilling confidence and a sense of security. I have nothing but praise for the company."
    R D • Mar 2025
  18. "Fantastic flight! Rainbow helicopters were fantastic. Welcoming, professional and our flight took us around the coast and into extraordinary valleys. Turner, our pilot, was knowledgeable and very friendly. The aircraft was very stable and enabled great views from every seat. We loved it! Highly recommended"
    Mark L • Mar 2025
  19. "What can I say? Amazing, stupendous, beautiful, etc. Best helicopter tour I have ever taken. All 3 of us were mesmerized by the views. Rainbow makes sure you enjoy your ride. Donavan, our pilot, had been a medi-vac pilot for years. He was knowledgeable and extremely interesting. We opted not to take the helicopter ride offered by our cruise ship. Rainbow's pricing was less for 90 minutes than the cruise ship's offer for 1 hour. 15-minute taxi ride from pier."
    Cheryl O'Donnell • Mar 2025
  20. "We had an amazing experience with Rainbow Helicopter tours. Our pilots Jeff and Donavan were knowledgeable and extremely friendly. It is a very family friendly service so if you have kids. I would highly recommend using this. Their office (where you check in) is so clean, welcoming, and kid friendly. Their office staff is also so nice and efficient. We loved our ride. We even spotted whales from up above and loved seeing the beautiful landscape and taking in all of Big Island. 5 stars for Rainbow!!"
    S • Mar 2025
Smooth helicopter rides
  1. "The tour was unbelievable. Super smooth and easy for all of us, including 3 kids. It truly gives you an appreciation for the vastness of the island you would never be able to get on the ground. The whole entire staff, including our pilot were top notch. 100% recommend."
    Sarah Airola • Mar 2025
  2. "Family did Royal Crown of Oahu tour with Captain Jojo. Coming from an anxious person who was nervous about taking a helicopter flight I felt safe from the beginning to end of the process. Captain Jojo did a great job plotting a smooth course that showed us the sights of the island and providing great commentary. I highly recommend anyone interested in a helicopter tour of Oahu to go with Rainbow!"
    Bryan • Mar 2025
  3. "Great experience all around! They called and asked if they could push us back an hour due to the airport being really busy and we agreed because it wasn’t an inconvenience to us. Our tour was smooth and Patch was really cool and knowledgeable. We did all doors off and it’s definitely an experience worth doing. My 8 year old daughter was so relaxed she wanted to nap while we were up in the air. Once we arrived back we were interested in purchasing our pictures and they notified us that because we agreed to push our departure time out they would be gifting us our pictures. It was a pleasant surprise and really made us feel appreciated. We will definitely book another tour the next time we’re out in Hawaii!"
    Edward • Jan 2025
  4. "Our guide Joey did an amazing job explaining the sights during our 1-hour tour at the same time driving the helicopter smoothly. It was our first time experience with the kids and I would highly recommend Rainbow helicopters"
    Aravind • Jan 2025
  5. "This was booked for my husband and daughter. They were both nervous but Lucien made them completely comfortable. They said the flight was smooth, enjoyable, fantastic views, and even got local insider info. They would do it again. My kid couldn’t stop smiling afterwards."
    Jennifer • Nov 2024
  6. "One word says it all.....spectacular. From the time you arrive and the ground crew gives the orientation everybody was so nice. The pilot was very informative and took us for a smooth ride."
    Dan • Oct 2024
  7. "We recently had the pleasure of taking the Royal Crown of Oahu Helicopter Tour with Rainbow Helicopters, and it was an unforgettable experience! Our pilot, Lucien, was absolutely fantastic. Not only was he an incredibly skilled pilot, making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the flight, but he was also very informative, sharing fascinating insights about the island’s history and landmarks. Note: We chose to fly with the doors off. Highly recommend that. The tour offered breathtaking views of Oahu, from the stunning coastline to the lush mountain ranges. Lucien’s narration really enhanced the experience, and we felt like we learned so much while taking in the natural beauty of the island. The whole experience was smooth, from the booking process to the tour itself. If you're visiting Oahu and want to see the island from a unique perspective, we highly recommend this helicopter tour! Lucien and the team at Rainbow Helicopters made it an experience we’ll never forget."
    Stephen • Oct 2024
  8. "An incredible way to see Oahu! I wish I had done this as soon as I arrived because you get a really good understanding of the island and where everything is. Our pilot Josh did a wonderful job at explaining all the different sights and was great at giving us a heads up whenever there was turbulence (only happened twice and very briefly). I generally get motion sickness when I travel but Josh was very smooth with take off and landing. I highly recommend the experience! You’ll never forget it."
    Cecilia • Aug 2024
  9. "Great experience coupled with a great staff = great time. From the moment I booked the flight it was a top notch experience. Reception called me minutes after I booked to confirm I received the email with parking instructions and everything was good to go. Arrived and followed the well documented signage to the designated area and we were off. Even on a super windy day everything was super smooth and felt like first class passengers on a first class trip the entire time. Would highly recommend."
    Erick McKitterick • Apr 2024
  10. "Excellent tour. Very experienced pilot. Received good information. Flight was very smooth. Would recommend"
    Wayne Reddekopp • Mar 2024
  11. "Hey guys this was an awesome tour. I loved it. It was windy somewhat but the pilot was an awesoem pilot he kept it nice and smooth for us Def would recommend this helicopter tour to anyone out there. They give very detailed information about the island while on the tour."
    Karl Martin • Feb 2024
  12. "We’re a 65 year old couple looking for a unique experience but unsure the doors off option would be too “adventurous” for us. We’re so glad we did! Pilot Daryl made the trip super smooth and we felt totally safe and comfortable the entire trip. He did an excellent job narrating and explaining the areas of the island we visited. We even got to see sea turtles and beaching whales! We’ve traveled a lot and we’d post this as one of our lifetime experiences."
    Todd Lehman • Jan 2024
  13. "An incredible way to see Oahu! I wish I had done this as soon as I arrived because you get a really good understanding of the island and where everything is. Our pilot Josh did a wonderful job at explaining all the different sights and was great at giving us a heads up whenever there was turbulence (only happened twice and very briefly). I generally get motion sickness when I travel but Josh was very smooth with take off and landing. I highly recommend the experience! You’ll never forget it"
    Cecilia Montoya • Jan 2024
  14. "I recently had the opportunity to take a helicopter ride in Oahu, Hawaii, and it was an absolutely breathtaking experience. From the moment we took off, the panoramic views of the island's lush green mountains, cascading waterfalls, and stunning coastline left me in awe. The pilot, Kyle, was knowledgeable and provided interesting commentary throughout the flight, enhancing the overall experience. The smooth and comfortable ride, coupled with the unparalleled beauty of Oahu from above, made this helicopter adventure a definite highlight of my trip. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a unique and unforgettable way to explore the island."
    Arturo Andaya • Jul 2023
  15. "Incredible, incredible tour! Tobias was a great pilot, it was a smooth ride and fantastic views! This was definitely a "bucket list" must! This was an unforgettable experience for my guests from Okinawa, Japan. Highly recommend this tour!"
    Laverne Higa • Jun 2023
  16. "Beautiful view of the island. Staff was professional and helpful. Ride was smooth. Open doors is very windy… but great view!"
    Riley • Jun 2023
  17. "A big shout out and amazing job well done to the folks at Rainbow Helicopters! My fiancé and I have recently experienced a tour around Oahu with the Romantic Proposal landing. The staff went to great length to go along with the surprise proposal and helped ensure no hints or spoilers occurred. The collaboration and communication between the staff and I was excellent, as well as the amazing tour. My fiancé and I were able to see the various points of interests including the sacred falls, coastal shores and Mountain views. Our pilot and guide Kyle, did an excellent job and so did our photographer Mark. I highly recommend both of them as well as choosing Rainbow Helicopters for your Oahu tours. I experienced everything I expected, including the awesome landing at the private mountain side of Kuoala Ranch. It was such a smooth magnificent journey."
    Carlo Kimpo • May 2023
  18. "Alex was fantastic. Gave us great views of the North Shore, Diamond Head, and other sights. The ride was much smoother than expected. Would definitely do again."
    Tara • Apr 2023
  19. "Really Cool Tour. We saw loads of the island, the pilot was overly knowledgeable and it went really smooth. Would recommend"
    Rob • Apr 2023
  20. "Everything from the signage, facilities, crew and helicopter was great. The crew was welcoming and made the check-in process very easy, and along with their smiles made our first experience awesome. Our pilot Oliver was outstanding and interacted constantly with us, pointing key landmarks; the flught was smooth alll the way from beginning to end. Thabks for the amazing experience!!!"
    Luis Medina • Mar 2023
Knowledgable staff
  1. "Wonderful hop. The view from above is stunning and beautiful. Pilot was knowledgeable of the island."
    Eugene Griffith • Jun 2025
  2. "It was really amazing. If you want to see gorgeous views and a large chunk of the island this is the way to do it. They were safe and seemed to be really knowledgeable about flying helicopters. Nikki our pilot was fantastic and provided great tips for our stay and also custom tailored the flight to hit areas of interest and picture spots. My wife and I also found it great that a female pilot was doing this in a traditionally male dominated field. Thanks, we loved our experience!"
    Shawn Vause • May 2025
  3. "This private helicopter ride around Kona’s volcanoes, waterfalls, valleys and coast line was epic! Words can not describe the spectacular view. Our pilot Joe was skilled, friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this excursion."
    Ingrid Johnson Rachesky • Apr 2025
  4. "Fantastic flight! Rainbow helicopters were fantastic. Welcoming, professional and our flight took us around the coast and into extraordinary valleys. Turner, our pilot, was knowledgeable and very friendly. The aircraft was very stable and enabled great views from every seat. We loved it! Highly recommended"
    Mark L • Mar 2025
  5. "What can I say? Amazing, stupendous, beautiful, etc. Best helicopter tour I have ever taken. All 3 of us were mesmerized by the views. Rainbow makes sure you enjoy your ride. Donavan, our pilot, had been a medi-vac pilot for years. He was knowledgeable and extremely interesting. We opted not to take the helicopter ride offered by our cruise ship. Rainbow's pricing was less for 90 minutes than the cruise ship's offer for 1 hour. 15-minute taxi ride from pier."
    Cheryl O'Donnell • Mar 2025
  6. "We had an amazing experience with Rainbow Helicopter tours. Our pilots Jeff and Donavan were knowledgeable and extremely friendly. It is a very family friendly service so if you have kids. I would highly recommend using this. Their office (where you check in) is so clean, welcoming, and kid friendly. Their office staff is also so nice and efficient. We loved our ride. We even spotted whales from up above and loved seeing the beautiful landscape and taking in all of Big Island. 5 stars for Rainbow!!"
    S • Mar 2025
  7. "We did the waterfall route and it was fantastic! It was totally different than what we’ve been seeing around Hawaii. Our pilot Josh was fantastic as he was incredible knowledgeable and funny! I would recommend it highly for helicopter tours around the island!"
    Miles • Mar 2025
  8. "Well worth the money our pilot was awesome and very knowledgeable about the island would highly recommend"
    Ben • Mar 2025
  9. "My fiancé surprised me with a helicopter tour from Rainbow Helicopters after our engagement, and it was truly the most memorable experience! Soaring above, the views were absolutely spectacular. Seeing iconic landmarks and hidden gems from the sky gave us a new perspective and appreciation for its beauty. Rainbow Helicopters provided exceptional service, and the "doors off" option made it even more thrilling, allowing for unobstructed panoramic views and incredible photos. The pilot was knowledgeable and shared interesting insights. It was the perfect way to celebrate our engagement and create a lasting memory. I highly recommend Rainbow Helicopters for a unique and unforgettable adventure!"
    Ay Nayra • Feb 2025
  10. "Well earned premium price point with great customer service. The team identified at the last minute that we could change our plan to see the erupting volcano, which was what my family had originally hoped for but thought might not be possible. Our pilot Jeff was knowledgeable and professional, and just great to chat with. His passion for his work and the island was apparent. I also appreciated the flexibility to choose our departure time."
    Jeff • Jan 2025
  11. "Great experience all around! They called and asked if they could push us back an hour due to the airport being really busy and we agreed because it wasn’t an inconvenience to us. Our tour was smooth and Patch was really cool and knowledgeable. We did all doors off and it’s definitely an experience worth doing. My 8 year old daughter was so relaxed she wanted to nap while we were up in the air. Once we arrived back we were interested in purchasing our pictures and they notified us that because we agreed to push our departure time out they would be gifting us our pictures. It was a pleasant surprise and really made us feel appreciated. We will definitely book another tour the next time we’re out in Hawaii!"
    Edward • Jan 2025
  12. "We arrived early, were quickly processed, and put on a flight almost an hour early. We didn't book a private flight but were upgraded to private when we arrived, which was lovely and much appreciated. Julian was our pilot and he was fantastic! Very friendly, funny, and knowledgeable of the island. We did a doors off tour and it was great. It was really cool to see the island from so high up. They warn you it's windy but it was still so much windier than we expected, especially for anyone in the back seats. I had to hold my headset on the whole time to keep it from blowing off because it wouldn't tighten enough to stay put with the strong winds. Overall it was a great experience and we'd recommend everyone take this tour. It's immediately become one of our favorite experiences in Hawaii to date!"
    Erin Williams • Dec 2024
  13. "Excellent! I think I can say that for all four of us who went. Very informative. Our pilot explained a lot, as well as listen when we had a short story. Answered all our questions; very knowledgeable. We loved it!"
    Mark F Russell • Dec 2024
  14. "Fantastic flight! Rainbow helicopters were fantastic. Welcoming, professional and our flight took us around the coast and into extraordinary valleys. Turner, our pilot, was knowledgeable and very friendly. The aircraft was very stable and enabled great views from every seat. We loved it! Highly recommended "
    Mark • Nov 2024
  15. "What can I say? Amazing, stupendous, beautiful, etc. Best helicopter tour I have ever taken. All 3 of us were mesmerized by the views. Rainbow makes sure you enjoy your ride. Donavan, our pilot, had been a medi-vac pilot for years. He was knowledgeable and extremely interesting. We opted not to take the helicopter ride offered by our cruise ship. Rainbow's pricing was less for 90 minutes than the cruise ship's offer for 1 hour. 15-minute taxi ride from pier."
    Cheryl • Nov 2024
  16. "Had a fab 50th birthday! My husband and I were on our trip with another couple with 6yr old.empty seat in the middle. Plenty of space. I had door off seat and whilst I was initially anxious ,I enjoyed the thrilling ride and Ida was our pilot for our trip. She was an amazing pilot.Very knowledgeable and we both felt really safe in the air.It was a great experience with the doors off and well worth the money as we researched other companies beforehand."
    Paul and Andrea Livingstone • Oct 2024
  17. "This was definitely the highlight of my trip! We circled most of the island and then crossed over where the Dole plantation is located. It showed just how lush Oahu is in some places. It is also different to see the beaches from about. Our pilot, Emma was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend doing this tour!"
    Tim Mason • Sep 2024
  18. "My family and I went on a tour with Rainbow and chose the doors off experience. This was by far my favorite part of the trip. The views were absolutely beautiful around the entirety of the island. We had Lucien as our pilot and he was amazing as well! He was very knowledgeable when it came to the history of the island and the sites we seen as well as made us all feel comfortable throughout the duration of the flight. I believe that this tour is a must when visiting the islands and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting!"
    Samantha Vaughn • Sep 2024
  19. "It was a wonderful experience. Great customer service and a very knowledgeable pilot (Joey). We recommend Rainbow helicopters."
    Elizabeth De Alba • Sep 2024
  20. "Great experience, staff that check us in and our pilot Joey, gave us great customer service and pilot Joey was very knowledgeable and gave us a little history of the island. I do recommend the Rainbow helicopters."
    Elizabeth De Alba • Sep 2024

Oahu helicopter tours / specialty flights

Rainbow Oahu Helicopter tours above iconic island coastlines of Hawaii

Royal Crown of Oahu

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60 minute Oahu helicopter tour. Experience Oahu’s most picturesque sights as your Rainbow Helicopter soars above the South Shore, North Shore, Windward Coast, Ko’olau Mountains, Sacred Falls, and more. This royal ring Oahu helicopter ride offers a front-row seat to iconic landmarks and attractions for an unforgettable Hawaii helicopter adventure.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Gold StarReviews: 416+5 Star

Rainbow Oahu Helicopter Tours - Flying Above The Sacred Falls Waterfall, Oahu Landscape

Isle Sights Unseen

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45 minute Oahu helicopter tour. A unique side of the island awaits when you take to the sky in this unforgettable helicopter tour Oahu visitors love. Fly above Diamond Head, the Ka’a’awa Valley, Sacred Falls, Maunalua Bay, Lanikai Beach, Makapu’u and more in this remarkable Honolulu helicopter tour of the islands best unseen sights. Get great photos with the doors-off, free.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Gold StarReviews: 162+5 Star

Rainbow Oahu Helicopter Tours - Path To Pali Passage Landscape

Path to Pali Passage

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30 minute Oahu helicopter tour. Experience breathtaking views of Oahu as your helicopter tours Waikiki and Diamond Head crater. See the best of the Windward Coast and explore the inland passages of the Nu’uanu Pali cliffs and rainforests. Experience Hawaii as you’ve never seen it before in this stunning aerial adventure. Get great photos with the doors-off, free.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Gold StarReviews: 62+5 Star

Oahu Helicopter Tours | Rainbow Helicopter romantic landing couple with chgampagne

Proposal Flight – Romantic Landing

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60 minute private helicopter tour Oahu. Wow your significant other with an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind romantic Oahu helicopter charter. Experience an exclusive landing with ocean views and complimentary chocolates, champagne and flowers.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Gold StarReviews: 10+5 Star

Rainbow Helicopters private landing tour with luxury picnic and champagne toast

Luxury Picnic at Scenic Landing

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2 hour private helicopter tour Oahu. Choose your helicopter for up to 6 guests. See Oahu in style and enjoy a world-class private helicopter tour of the island with an exclusive landing. Enjoy a luxury picnic along with champagne, local chocolates, leis and stunning views.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Gold StarReviews: 7+5 Star

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