Learn to Fly a Helicopter Near Portland

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About this experience

Learn how to fly a helicopter from an FAA certified flight instructor near Portland!

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Reviewed By:Erik OAugust 2024

What's Included

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    FAA certified flight instructor with over 40 years' experience
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    You will pilot one of the most popular instruction helicopters in the world
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    Start with a brief ground lesson before taking to the sky and taking the controls
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    Enjoy breathtaking views of the Oregon wine country below
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    No experience necessary!

What happens on the day

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Location

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McMinnville, OR

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Important Details

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Essential Information

  • To fly the R-22 the participant must be no taller than 6'6" and weigh no more than 220 lbs
  • To fly the R-44 the participant must weigh no more than 300 lbs. There is no height limit.
  • All participants must be at least 13 years of age
  • No experience necessary.

Duration

Approximately 40 minutes of flight time. Plan on being onsite for about 2 hours to include enough time for ground school, orientation, etc.

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

1 student per helicopter

Spectators

Spectators are welcome to come and watch or take pictures and view the takeoff.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. Always contact the Experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions. In the event of inclement weather, your pilot will work with you to reschedule your experience.

What to Wear

Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions; flat rubber-soled shoes are recommended.

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 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 canceled due to inclement weather you will reschedule your experience directly with your experience provider.

Customer Reviews

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Reviewed By:Erik OAugust 2024
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Reviewed By:Charles BMay 2024
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Reviewed By:Valeriia MAugust 2023

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$310

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