Experience the freedom of flight! Learn to fly a plane near Washington DC. Choose an introductory flying lesson in a T6 Texan Warbird or WWII biplane. Shop for yourself or get a unique gift for the aspiring pilot in your life.
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Swoop, glide, hover and soar at the most adventurous of altitudes! Virgin Experience Gifts's array of flying lessons in the DC area are fantastic for anyone with high-flying dreams. If airplane or helicopter pilot lessons are part of a bucket list, make that life-mission nothing short of accomplished!
Learn how to fly a Cessna with the expert assistance of an FAA certified flight instructor. After a short ground orientation and pre-flight inspection of the aircraft, take to the skies for a hands-on lesson! Learn fundamentals of flight like climbing, descending, and turning. Seating and controls are situated side-by-side, so the instructor is ready to answer any questions, provide on-the-spot coaching, offer encouragement, or be of any flying assistance. And don't forget to admire the breathtaking scenery below!
Perhaps you'd rather learn to fly a helicopter? Hop right into the cockpit of one of the world's most popular helicopters — a Robinson R-22! Enjoy a thorough ground school about the aircraft and aviation basics; then it's time for aerial instruction to practicing maneuvers like turning, landing and hovering.
In an historic area like Washington DC, Learn To Fly experiences wouldn't be complete without the option of a WWII biplane flight lesson. Previously owned by the 1942-1945 U.S. Army Air Corps, cruisin' the clouds in a vintage Stearman lets you experience the history lesson of a lifetime! Marvel at the many stories the aircraft could tell, adding to them as you learn how to fly right from the plane's open cockpit.
And for those adrenaline junkies who wish to kick the learning to fly up a notch — add some aerobatics to the Stearman's sky-high regimen for the Ultimate Biplane Experience! Embark on an excursion that's as exhilarating as your comfort level will allow. Enjoy a bit of sightseeing as you take wing over rolling countryside. Take the controls of the aircraft and practice basic flight lesson skills. Or up the aerial ante as the pilot adds heart-pounding loops, spins and rolls to your ride!
All instructors are certified by the FAA. All the landscapes you'll see below are bound to be breathtaking. And all of the memories offered by Washington DC Learn To Fly experiences are unforgettable. So, who's ready to soar?
Swoop, glide, hover and soar at the most adventurous of altitudes! Virgin Experience Gifts's array of flying lessons in the DC area are fantastic for anyone with high-flying dreams. If airplane or helicopter pilot lessons are part of a bucket list, make that life-mission nothing short of accomplished!
Learn how to fly a Cessna with the expert assistance of an FAA certified flight instructor. After a short ground orientation and pre-flight inspection of the aircraft, take to the skies for a hands-on lesson! Learn fundamentals of flight like climbing, descending, and turning. Seating and controls are situated side-by-side, so the instructor is ready to answer any questions, provide on-the-spot coaching, offer encouragement, or be of any flying assistance. And don't forget to admire the breathtaking scenery below!
Perhaps you'd rather learn to fly a helicopter? Hop right into the cockpit of one of the world's most popular helicopters — a Robinson R-22! Enjoy a thorough ground school about the aircraft and aviation basics; then it's time for aerial instruction to practicing maneuvers like turning, landing and hovering.
In an historic area like Washington DC, Learn To Fly experiences wouldn't be complete without the option of a WWII biplane flight lesson. Previously owned by the 1942-1945 U.S. Army Air Corps, cruisin' the clouds in a vintage Stearman lets you experience the history lesson of a lifetime! Marvel at the many stories the aircraft could tell, adding to them as you learn how to fly right from the plane's open cockpit.
And for those adrenaline junkies who wish to kick the learning to fly up a notch — add some aerobatics to the Stearman's sky-high regimen for the Ultimate Biplane Experience! Embark on an excursion that's as exhilarating as your comfort level will allow. Enjoy a bit of sightseeing as you take wing over rolling countryside. Take the controls of the aircraft and practice basic flight lesson skills. Or up the aerial ante as the pilot adds heart-pounding loops, spins and rolls to your ride!
All instructors are certified by the FAA. All the landscapes you'll see below are bound to be breathtaking. And all of the memories offered by Washington DC Learn To Fly experiences are unforgettable. So, who's ready to soar?
At Virgin Experience Gifts, we believe in delivering amazing experiences—and your gifting experience should be no different. That’s why we ensure worry-free gifting for both the giver and recipient with these extra benefits and guarantees:
All vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days—free of charge, no questions asked.
Even after the 30-day return window closes, you can exchange your voucher for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts. And our vouchers never expire!
Not only do we curate the best experiences for you, we also guarantee that you'll pay the same price through Virgin Experience Gifts as you would buying directly from our experience providers. Plus, you get the benefit of our flexible policies, convenient shopping experience, and exceptional customer support with no added costs.
If you find the same experience with the same provider advertised at a lower standard price (does not include vendor promotions or sales), simply contact us at (866) 525-6839 or email us at info@virginexperiencegifts.com and we’ll match the advertised price.
With instant e-voucher delivery, we make it easy to find and give the perfect gift fast—even if you’re shopping at the last-minute. You’ll be able to send an amazing experience to your loved one immediately for instant gratification for you and your recipient.
Not only do we curate the best experiences for you, we also guarantee that you'll pay the same price through Virgin Experience Gifts as you would buying directly from our experience providers. Plus, you get the benefit of our flexible policies, convenient shopping experience, and exceptional customer support with no added costs.
If you find the same experience with the same provider advertised at a lower standard price (does not include vendor promotions or sales), simply contact us at (866) 525-6839 or email us at info@virginexperiencegifts.com and we’ll match the advertised price.
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