Learn to Fly a Helicopter Near Minneapolis
About this experience
Turn dreams into reality and Learn to Fly a Helicopter in Duluth!
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Safe, educational and very fun experience! Excellent overall! My Certified Flight Instructor, Adam, was exceptional!
What's Included
- Experience the thrill of your first flight at one of the premier flight schools in the region
- Take the controls and practice hovering and straight flight under the supervision of your FAA Certified flight instructor
- Fly in a Robinson R-44, one of the safest and most popular aircrafts in the world
- This lesson includes a pre-flight briefing, approximately 25 minutes of flight, and a debriefing with your instructor
- No experience necessary!
What happens on the day
Have you always dreamed of taking the controls of a helicopter and soaring effortlessly through the sky? Now is your chance to take the controls and learn the basics of flight during this fun and exhilarating experience!
Your introductory flight lesson will begin with a pre-flight briefing with your FAA Certified instructor, during which you will go over Special Federal Aviation Regulations and be introduced to the aircraft. Before you know it you will be climbing aboard the meticulously maintained Robinson R-44 and preparing for take-off!
During your approximately 25-minute flight, the instructor will hand the controls over to you and allow you to practice straight and level flight, climbs, turns and descents!
It will be an unforgettable experience!
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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:
Daily - Dawn to Dusk
Important Details
Essential Information
- Participant's weight must not exceed 300 lbs
- Participants must be at least 16 years of age and have parental consent if under 18 years old
- Participants will be required to present a valid photo ID (passport or driver's license)
- No experience necessary
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Weather Dependent
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FAQs
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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. Rescheduling is allowed up to 72 hours prior to your experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule at least 72 hours 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 or aircraft maintenance, you will reschedule your experience directly with the experience provider.
Customer Reviews
Safe, educational and very fun experience! Excellent overall! My Certified Flight Instructor, Adam, was exceptional!
Did the introductory helicopter flight lesson with Jackson in Duluth, MN. It was a great experience, and he was a fun instructor. Thanks again.



















