Helicopter Flying Lessons

Helicopter Flying Lessons - Whether you are trying to beat the traffic, or simply want a bird’s eye view of the countryside, there is no more stylish way to travel than by helicopter. The special skill and co-ordination required to fly helicopters is generally more challenging than flying fixed-wing aircraft - so you’ll feel a great sense of achievement once you’ve mastered it!

You begin your activity with a briefing from one of our expert instructors, to familiarise yourself with the technology and controls of the helicopter. You will typically be taking to the skies in a Robinson R22 helicopter which has two seats - one for you and one for the pilot - and dual controls. During the flight you’ll have the opportunity to fly the helicopter yourself and to practise manoeuvring and hovering.

When can you go?

Selected Monday to Sunday dates, all year although April to September is best.

Duration

Your total experience will last approximately 1 hour and you’ll be up in the air for 30 minutes.

Key information

You must be at least 16 years old to participate in this activity.
This activity may not be suitable for those who are pregnant, suffer from epilepsy, fits, severe head injuries, recurrent fainting, giddiness or blackouts, high blood pressure, or heart conditions. The maximum weight is 102kg to 108kg (16 to 17 stone).
No previous flying experience is necessary.

How many in a group

Your tuition is on a one to one basis.

Spectators

You are welcome to bring along family and friends to watch you take to the sky.

Is the activity weather dependent

This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions

Locations

Cranfield, Bedfordshire; Culter Helipad, Peterculter, Aberdeen; Sywell, Northamptonshire; Redhill Aerodrome, Surrey; Leeds, West Yorkshire; Cheltenham, Gloucestershire; Bristol International Airport; Wolverhampton Business Airport, West Midlands; Liverpool Airport, Merseyside; Blackpool Airport, Lancashire; Coventry Airport West, Warwickshire; Cambridge Airport, Cambridgeshire; Newcastle International Airport; Biggin Hill, Kent; Sheffield City Airport, South Yorkshire; Shobdon Aerodrome, Herefordshire; Welshpool Airport, Powys; Southend-On-Sea, Essex; Ramsgate, Kent; Sandtoft Aerodrome, Nr Doncaster; Humberside International, Lincolnshire; Ramsgate, Kent

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Helicopter, Flying, Lessons, gifts