Master the challenging art of flying a helicopter in this 30 minute lesson for complete beginners, or those working towards their PPL (private pilot license.) Whatever your experience or intentions with learning to fly a helicopter, this session can be tailored to all abilities. Whether you’re having a go for the first time for a bit of fun, or wanting to hunker down and master some moves in the skies, this flight from Staverton Airport is ideal for all kinds of flyers. You will be flying in a R22 which is a classic flight training helicopter, as well as have a direct involvement in deciding the flight path which you will design alongside an instructor. As well as learning the basic controls and all the behind the scenes planning, you’ll soon feel like a proper helicopter pilot in no time. Flying from this airport in Gloucestershire is an experience in itself as it sees 90,000 flights take off per year, so you’ll really be part of the hustle and bustle. Home to aeronautical training school, charter companies and various executive operations and four different runways, you’ll really feel as if you’re part of the aviation community when you take a lesson here. However you want to fly in the sky or regardless of what experience you have, this lesson based in Gloucestershire is ideal for anyone who has a passion for getting into the skies.
Helicopter flying from Staverton Airport
Airfield handles over 90,000 flights a year
Well-situated between Cheltenham & Gloucs
Cafe, clubhouse & aviation museum on site
A flying lesson from Staverton Airport in a two seater R22
A 20-minute pre-flight briefing covering safety and a brief overview of how a helicopter flies
Your choice of flight duration
Discuss and decide your flight path
Experience hands on helicopter flying and take the controls under expert supervision
Opportunity to try the hover challenge
Flight times are measured from start up to shutdown
De-brief and personalised flight certificate
Complimentary premium gift packaging from Into The Blue
Gloucestershire Staverton Airport in the heart of the Cotswolds, just off junction 10/11 of the M5.
Minimum age is 14
Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Height: 193.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 101.00 kg
Participants of the four seater R44 lesson can bring one interested observer to accompany them for their flight
Spectators are welcome to come and watch the action from the clubhouse or lawn which provide great views across the airfield
Flights are available weekdays and weekends throughout the year
Experiences are subject to availability and weather conditions
The airport has a restaurant serving hot and cold food and beverages
There is an aviation museum at the airfield
Flights can be counted towards the 45 hours required to obtain a licence to fly a helicopter
You should call the club before travelling to check that weather conditions are suitable
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30 Minute R22 Helicopter Lesson - Cotswolds Near Me
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Customer Reviews for the 30 Minute R22 Helicopter Lesson - Cotswolds
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Paul Cook
Such an amazing day, perfect weather, pilot training me was ever do good, couldn’t of asked for a better experience.
Views over Gloucestershire and beyond were stunning, and I would highly recommend this experience to anyone.
Steve
Brilliant experience - pilot explained every control in clear layman's terms and in the air had plenty of opportunity to take control and do some 'real' flying!
Fraser
Very friendly staff and an amazingly intense (and fun!) experience.
Wendy Lister
One of the best days of my life
Fred
Amazing experience, had way more opportunity to take the controls than I was expecting which was unreal. Really nice guys, who took lots of time to explain everything in laymans terms. They even took my girlfriend up in a separate aircraft as it was going up anyway so got some great photos! Just need to save up for another 40 lessons. Highly recommend!
Gill Foad
A fantastic experience with great instructor who made the day very special.
E Wakeman
I had a half hour helicopter flying lesson from Gloucester Airport. The female instructor was awesome, very calm and she explained everything she was doing. I got to use all 3 controls and flew back from Stroud (although the instructor had to take full control due to my rubbish attempts at hovering). This was an experience I'll never forget, a totally amazing day. Would definitely recommend.
Graham Tyler
I really enjoyed my helicopter flight and having the chance to have a go at flying it was great. The instructor was very good and I would highly recommend it.
Jackie Davies
Absolutely loved this experience. Had heard it was quite hard to fly a helicopter which meant i was a bit nervous beforehand. But my instructor was really helpful and was brave enough to let me (just about) have a go on my own once she'd let me have a go at learning each of the controls independently. Had a great time and would definitely recommend to anyone
Debbie Curtis
We bought out son, Jay, a helicopter flying lesson for his 13th birthday and he flew from Staverton airport. He had a very nice lady flying instructor who, during the briefing and after asking him a few questions seemed quite impressed with his knowledge of aircraft. Needless to say, she let him take total control as they flew from Tewkesbury to Gloucester! His face was a picture when he got back - the first thing he said (bearing in mind you can start working towards getting a pilot's licence from the tender age of 14) was "Mum, I only need 45 hours flying to get my licence!"
Ben Coleman
03 February 2025
It was an excellent experience; the instructor was great at explaining all the controls of the helicopter. I was anxious/nervous to begin with, especially with take off, but once we were up and running and the instructor let me have a go with the controls, my mind was taken away from the height/sensation, and I was busy trying to steer the helicopter. I was allowed to land the helicopter three times (with a lot of help) and play with hovering near the ground and using the pedals to keep the helicopter still. A very enjoyable experience and something I'd try again if only it were a little cheaper! Highly recommended.
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