INTRODUCTORY LESSONS

 

30-MINUTE TRIAL INTRODUCTORY FLIGHT

  • 30 MINUTES OF FLIGHT TIME

  • FLY HANDS-ON WITH A FULLY QUALIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

Take the controls of a Schweizer 300C helicopter and experience the thrill of flying for yourself. This exciting learning experience is perfect for those looking to attain a helicopter certificate or others looking to tick a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity off their bucket list.

The full Learn to Fly Experience last for 1 hour. After an introductory briefing on the helicopter and how it flies by your certified flight instructor. You’ll then climb into the helicopter for an introduction to the full startup sequence and pre take off checks. Once airborne you’ll be given the opportunity to try the controls of the helicopter one at a time before piloting the helicopter back to base yourself.

1-HOUR INTRODUCTORY LESSON

  • 60 MINUTES OF FLIGHT TIME

  • FLY HANDS-ON WITH A FULLY QUALIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

  • RECEIVE YOUR VERY OWN LOGBOOK VERIFYING YOUR FIRST HOUR OF HELICOPTER FLIGHT TRAINING

For those looking to experience helicopter training a little more deeply.

The full lesson lasts for 2 hours. You’ll be thoroughly briefed by your certified flight instructor on what to expect from your helicopter experience. Next you’ll be taken through a pre-flight inspection of our Schweizer 300C helicopter before strapping in for a start up. Once airborne you’ll be given a full demonstration of the effects of the helicopters flight controls before trying it out for yourself. Once comfortable you’ll fly you and your instructor back to home base where you’ll receive a debrief on the days flying.

2-HOUR FLIGHT DISCOVERY

  • HALF DAY EXPERIENCE

  • 2 HOURS OF FLIGHT TIME

  • FLY HANDS-ON WITH A FULLY QUALIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

  • RECEIVE YOUR VERY OWN LOGBOOK VERIFYING YOUR FIRST HOURS OF HELICOPTER FLIGHT TRAINING

If you’re considering  helicopter flight training -or know someone who is – this is the ultimate way to experience it.

This full half day experience begins with a thorough briefing on what to expect during the first half of your lesson. Next you’ll be taken through a pre-flight inspection of our Schweizer 300C helicopter before strapping in for a start up. Once airborne you’ll be given a full demonstration of the effects of the helicopters flight controls before trying it out for yourself. Once comfortable you’ll fly you and your instructor back to home base where you’ll receive a debrief on the days flying.

But thats just the first half. After a small break and some refreshments you’ll take to the skies in our Schweizer 300C again, this time for an aerial tour of Columbus. You’ll see not only the sights but also see how pilots interact with air traffic control, approach and depart airports and integrate with other air traffic.


How it Works…

  • Purchase your introductory lesson

  • You’ll receive a purchase confirmation and instructions on how to schedule your flight in a return email

Guidelines

  • No previous experience or license is required

  • Minimum age is 15 years

  • Participants need be over 5″1′ (160cm) tall to reach the controls

  • For comfort and safety reasons, there is a 265lbs weight limit

  • Participants are advised to make their own insurance provisions in case of unforeseen circumstances