Learn to Fly a Helicopter
About this experience
Discover the joys of flight as you take to the skies during this Learn to Fly a Helicopter experience in Indianapolis!
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Outstanding. Flight school was very educational and helpful when flying. Didn’t realize the mechanics of a helicopter were so complicated. Flying was amazing. The helicopter responded quickly to a light touch and small movements. Lots of fun and well worth it!
What's Included
- Fly with an FAA Certified Flight Instructor
- Begin your experience with about 30-45 minutes of ground training
- Take the controls and practice skills such as straight and level flying, climbing, descending and hovering during your approximately 25-minute flight
- No experience necessary!
What happens on the day
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to man the controls of a state-of-the-art helicopter and fly high above the skyline, this is your chance to find out!
Your introductory flight lesson begins when you meet your FAA Certified Flight Instructor. Together, you will spend about 30-45 minutes on the ground going over the controls and learning about your helicopter. After ground school and the completion of a pre-flight checklist, it will be time for you and your instructor to climb into the helicopter and prepare for take-off!
Your instructor will handle take-off and landing but once in the air, you'll take the controls and discover first-hand the thrill of flight. During your approximately 30-minute flight, you may have the opportunity to try straight and level flying, climbs, turns and descents!
Your first flight can be an exciting and memorable time. If you would like to share this experience with a friend or loved one (or both), you may opt to bring along up to 2 passengers, pending weight restrictions. It's a memory you will all share for years to come!
Whether learning to fly is an item on your bucket list or the first, exploratory step toward becoming a pilot, this Learn to Fly a Helicopter experience in Indianapolis is not to be missed!
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Monday to Saturday - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Important Details
Essential Information
- Individuals in the R-44 must weigh no more than 270 lbs with a combined weight of less than 564 lbs (Lesson for Student+ Up To 2 Passengers)
- A valid government issued ID is required
- Participants must be 14 years or older to fly the helicopter, passengers must be at least 4 years old with adult supervision
- A parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18 years old
- No flying experience is necessary
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Weather Dependent
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FAQs
Do I need previous flight experience?
No! This introductory flight lesson is perfect for first timers!
Is there a minimum age requirement for this flight lesson?
What happens in the case of bad weather?
What helicopter will I be in?
For the 1 student option you will be in the R22, a 2-seater helicopter commonly used for training. If you would like to bring friends or if you are over the 215 lbs weight limit you will be in the R44 helicopter, a 4 seater.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes, the student must weigh less than 215 lbs in the R22 or 270 lbs in the R44 with a combined weight limit of 540 lbs for all 3 participants.
Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
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. Cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 72 hours prior to your experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel/reschedule at least 72 hours prior will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, you will reschedule your experience directly with your experience provider at no cost.
Customer Reviews
Outstanding. Flight school was very educational and helpful when flying. Didn’t realize the mechanics of a helicopter were so complicated. Flying was amazing. The helicopter responded quickly to a light touch and small movements. Lots of fun and well worth it!
The experience itself was great. However, trying to change the date of the experience on the Virgin experience website was a royal pain in the butt. The helicopter guys get 5 stars. You people get 1 star.
Was an amazing experience from start to finish! Will be doing another event soon!
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