We were able to access the helipad when on Freedom's sister ship, the Independence. But our last five cruises have been on Oasis Class ships, and it was not allowed on any of that class. We were told that access was dependent on the class of ship. It was really fun to do, and there's a projection at the most forward part, where everyone was taking turns, and photos, being "King of the World". Hoping we get to do it this time on Freedom.