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Private helicopters, such as the one involved in the Sifnos crash, are typically owned by individuals, companies, or charter services. They offer flexibility for travel to remote locations or for luxury transport. Ownership involves significant costs for purchase, maintenance, insurance, and pilot services, making them a high-end mode of transport.
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