Introductory Helicopter Lesson
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About this experience
Hovering in a helicopter for the first time is a unique and thrilling sensation that everyone should experience. Climb aboard and reach for the sky in this magnificent piece of machinery. Your flying lesson will enable you to gain hands-on experience of the only aircraft that goes backwards and sideways as well as forwards. You will be guided by a Civil Aviation Authority qualified instructor throughout.
SKU: PHELCI
For 1
participant12 Months
ValidityFlexible
BookingEasy
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
“Outstanding”
Outstanding experiance supplied by Tiger helicopters. Instructor is patient and a pleasure to be with. Friendly extremely accommodating.
What's Included
- One-to-one training from a CAA licensed instructor in a two-seater aircraft
- Introductory briefing on helicopter controls and safety
- One flight of 20 to 25 minutes in a 2-seater helicopter during which the student takes the controls
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Your flying lesson will start with a briefing from your instructor before the flight of approximately 20 to 25 minutes. This will cover safety, and an introduction to some of the controls. Then it’s off to the helicopter to climb aboard and strap in. You will be given headphones so that you can hear conversations between your instructor and air traffic control, and so that you can talk with your instructor. Once in the air, you will be able to take the controls but your pilot will generally undertake the take-off and landing.
Location
Locations shown shouldn't be used for route planning
West Midlands
- Wellesbourne, Warwickshire
- Coventry, Warwickshire
- Leominster, Herefordshire
South West
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
South East
- Marlow, Buckinghamshire
- Headcorn, Kent
East Midlands
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- Sywell, Northamptonshire
- Loughborough, Nottinghamshire
North West
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
Wales
- Powys, Wales
North East
- Newcastle, Tyne & Wear
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 14
- Minimum height: 5ft
- Maximum height: 6ft 2in
- Maximum weight: 14 to 18 stone (depending on location and helicopter)
- The above are only guidelines and may differ by location. Please check at the time of booking
- You should not take part if you suffer from epilepsy, vertigo or are pregnant
- Spectators are welcome to wait at the airfield while you take your flight
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to location
Availability
Helicopter flying lessons take place all year round and are normally available on any day of the week depending on location.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available before the expiry date listed on the voucher. All bookings are subject to availability.
You should allow approximately 1 hour for the whole experience. The flight, from taxi to landing, will last approximately 20 to 25 minutes, depending on location.
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
How it works
Customer Reviews
“Outstanding”
Outstanding experiance supplied by Tiger helicopters. Instructor is patient and a pleasure to be with. Friendly extremely accommodating.
“Helicopter Dream Fulfilled!”
I wish I did this years ago! What a fantastic experience at Helicentre in Manchester. The staff were really friendly, yet professional. I used this as a trial lesson and was put at ease by the instructor Michael. I am seriously considering taking further lessons.
“Loads of fun”
Really fun day and a proper lesson , learned loads about how to fly a helicopter and was given the control right after take off !