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Learn to Fly a Helicopter

Auburn, CA

From: $465

Item #: AIR-SAC-0015

(3 Reviews)

Take the controls of a Robinson R-44 helicopter when you Learn to Fly a Helicopter near Sacramento!

Learn from an experienced, Certified FAA Flight Instructor
Start with 30 minutes of ground school and a pre-flight check of the aircraft
Learn how the helicopter flies, what each control does and how to read gauges prior to flying
Take control of the helicopter mid-air and practice skills that may include straight and level flying, climbing, descending, and hovering
Fly high above the Sierra Foothills!

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Overview

Take the controls of a Robinson R-44 helicopter when you Learn to Fly a Helicopter near Sacramento!

Learn from an experienced, Certified FAA Flight Instructor
Start with 30 minutes of ground school and a pre-flight check of the aircraft
Learn how the helicopter flies, what each control does and how to read gauges prior to flying
Take control of the helicopter mid-air and practice skills that may include straight and level flying, climbing, descending, and hovering
Fly high above the Sierra Foothills!

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Availability

When Do I Choose A Date?

If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.

Year-Round:
Daily - 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
*Pending pilot availability

Important Details

Essential Information

To fly in the R-22 helicopter the student must weigh no more than 200 lbs
For flights in the R-44 helicopter, the student may bring up to 1 additional passengers but the total weight of the student plus passengers must be no more than 400 lbs, and each individual must weigh no more than 300 lbs
Valid government issued photo ID is required
Participants must be 16 years or older
Parental consent form must be signed for students under 18 years old
Headsets with a two-way communication system are provided
No experience necessary

Duration

Participants can expect to be at the airport for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes and the experience includes 30 minutes of flight time.

Experience Provider Info

Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.

Maximum Participants

This experience for 1 student and up to 1 passenger, depending on the option selected.

Spectators

Spectators are welcome to observe take-off and landing from a viewing area located at the heliport.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions. In the event of inclement weather, your pilot will work with you to reschedule your experience.

What To Wear

Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions, flat rubber-soled shoes are recommended.

FAQs

What type of helicopter will the lesson take place in?

This flight lesson will take place in a Robinson R-44 helicopter, one of the most popular training aircraft in the world.

Are there any age, height or weight requirements?

Yes, participants must be at least 16 years of age with a valid form of ID. There are no height requirements. The weight of each individual students and/or passenger may not exceed 280 pounds.

Do I need any flying experience?

No flying experience is necessary! This is considered an introductory flight lesson.

What if the weather is bad?

If your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will reschedule directly with your pilot. Once your flight is booked, always contact your experience provider with questions regarding weather conditions.

Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no refunds will be given. Rescheduling is allowed up to 72 hours prior to your experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule at least 72 hours prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your flight is canceled due to inclement weather you will reschedule directly with your experience provider.

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Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 5
based on 3 reviews.

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Had an awesome time! Great for someone with no prior flight experience.

— Nicholas R | May 31, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hey Nicholas, We are so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful time on your helicopter flight despite having no prior flying experience! We hope the views over Auburn were ones that you will remember for the rest of your life! Cheers, Michael

I received my hands on experience with the R22 at Sierra Air Helicopter. To say it was a cool experience would be a understatement The weather in Auburn was mid 70's on July 3rd at 10 am. It was a perfect day. My instructor was Greg and he was very knowledgeable, friendly, and I felt very comfortable, as this was my first instructional flight in a helicopter.

— Douglas S | Jul 05, 2019

This was a wonderful experience for my husband to be able to fly a helicopter. It was his dream occupation, and to do this for an hour for his birthday was fantastic. From start to finish, this experience was more than he could have asked. The instructor/pilot was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and provided a once-in-a-lifetime experience for my husband. This was one of the best days of his life -- and mine too, watching him experience this. I would definitely recommend this to a friend/family member.

— Michael A | Aug 30, 2016

Learn to Fly a Helicopter