Learn to Fly a Helicopter Near Boston

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About this experience

Learn to fly a helicopter as you take the controls of a meticulously maintained Robinson R44!

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Reviewed By:John GNovember 2025

What's Included

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    Fly with a FAA certified and experienced flight instructor
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    Includes 30 minutes of pre-flight ground instruction and a 30-minute flight
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    Experience hovering, take-off, landing, rearward and sideways flying
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    Discover the unparalleled sensation of flying a helicopter!

What happens on the day

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Location

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Norwood, MA

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Availability

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Important Details

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Essential Information

  • All passengers must present a valid passport or driver's license
  • Combined weight limit for all 3 passengers is 560 lbs
  • The maximum weight per seat is 275lbs with a height limit of 6'4"
  • No bags, except cameras, will be allowed on your flight
  • Participants will be required to sign a liability release form

Duration

This experience lasts approximately 1 hour, with 30 minutes of ground school and 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 is available for up to 2 participants pending weight restrictions.

Spectators

Friends and family are encouraged to attend and can watch you prepare for your flight, take-off and land!

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather-dependent.

What to Wear

Wear closed toe shoes (no flip-flops) and comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions.

FAQs

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Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

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Returns

Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 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 Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no refunds will be given. Rescheduling is allowed up to 5 days prior to your experience, failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule at least 5 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your experience is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will reschedule directly with the experience provider.

Customer Reviews

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Reviewed By:John GNovember 2025
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Reviewed By:PETRO LOctober 2024
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Reviewed By:Gremar MJuly 2024
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