INTRODUCTORY LESSONS
No previous flying experience? No problem. Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for an exciting once-in-a-lifetime experience or seriously considering obtaining your pilot certificate any of our introductory flights offer and excellent option for the first time helicopter flyer.
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
The Details
For those looking to experience helicopter training a little more deeply this represents a step up from our Learn to Fly experience.
As always we start with a thorough briefing on what to expect during 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.
How it Works
Purchase your introductory lesson
You’ll receive a confirmation email and instructions on how to book your flight in a return email
All vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase and fully refundable
If your purchase is a gift, simply add their name and the gift message to the Order Notes section and we can personalise the voucher for you
All flights take place weather permitting
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
30 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
The Details
Take the controls of a Schweizer 300 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 Trial Introductory Flight lasts for 1 hour. After an introductory video on the helicopter and how it flies you’ll be thoroughly briefed by your certified flight instructor on what to expect from your helicopter experience. 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.
How it Works
Purchase your Learn to Fly experience
You’ll receive an order confirmation and instructions on how to book your flight in a return email
All vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase and fully refundable
If your purchase is a gift, simply add their name and the gift message to the Order Notes section and we can personalise the voucher for you
All flights take place weather permitting
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
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Know a budding helicopter pilot? Give them the gift they’ve always wanted, a Havens Aviation Introductory Lesson!
