Take to the skies with a 60 minute four seater helicopter lesson departing from Leicester Airport, a brilliant option for anyone in Leicestershire or the wider East Midlands who has ever wondered what flying a helicopter is really like. This long established, family run operation has been based at Leicester Airport since 2001 and is well known for its professional setup and welcoming atmosphere. Helicopter training is very much their speciality and over the years hundreds of pilots have learned the ropes here. The purpose built helipad and spacious operating area give the whole experience a polished and reassuring feel from the moment you arrive. This one to one trial lesson is all about hands on flying. After a briefing with your instructor, you will strap in and get the chance to take control of a four seater helicopter for a full hour in the air. The aircraft used is the Robinson R44, a hugely respected training helicopter used by schools all over the world. Helicopters feel completely different to fixed wing aircraft and hovering alone is something most people never forget. Your instructor will guide you through the controls and let you experience just how responsive and exciting helicopter flying can be. If you would like to share the moment, you may be able to bring a guest along to sit in as an observer, subject to the instructor’s approval. For anyone thinking about learning properly, the flight time from this lesson can also be logged towards future helicopter training.
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Overview
- Trial flying lesson in a 4-seater Robinson R44 helicopter
- Introduction to the principles of helicopter flight
What's Included
- Trial flying lesson in a 4-seater Robinson R44 helicopter
- Pre-flight and safety briefing
- Introduction to the principles of helicopter flight
- Your instructor will demonstrate the use of the controls
- Opportunity to take the controls during your flight
- Personalised flight certificate
- One observer may ride in the helicopter (at the discretion of the pilot and subject to combined weight restrictions)
Suitable For
- Minimum age 14
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
- Height restrictions: minimum 4ft 6ins, maximum 6ft 2ins
- Weight restrictions R44 4 seater: maximum 21 stone (136 kg)
Availability
- Available weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Specific days are subject to availability and weather conditions
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 14 years
This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.
Spectators
- Spectators are always welcome to watch from a designated area and watch take off and landing
- One observer may ride in the helicopter (at the discretion of the pilot and subject to combined weight restrictions)
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
