Of course our Grand Canyon trip was booked during the October 2013 Government shut down. We were not able to go to the South rim as planned, but the airlines were very accommodating and were able to get us on a flight to go to the west rim, When we went the first time we had two younger pilots. They really didn't really get to know us. It was a bumpy ride and it really made myself and the other passengers uneasy, ESPECIALLY when we learned that the mountain range before the grand canyon was impassable. So, we had to turn around. Again, Maverick was great getting us on a flight two days later (glad we planned it during the first part of our trip). This time everything was amazing! We were on a smaller plane (didn't know it was possible after our first one lol) and our pilot was great! He took the time to point out all the landmarks. We did the helicopter tour which was well worth the extra money. After the helicopter tour the rest of our visit was very rushed. We were advised to skip the first observation point with the skywalk so we could relax a little more al the next observation point, where lunch was. We don't regret not doing the sky walk at all! The second observation point was great and I am glad we were able to explore a little and take extra pictures. We will definitely use Maverick if we make it back to try to see the south rim, I hear it is amazing!