PPL Training:
Trial Lessons
Try Piloting a Helicopter under expert guidance
Trial Flight Vouchers from just £199.
Our Trial Flight Lesson Gift Vouchers are an ideal present for a friend or family member - or even as a special treat for yourself.
- Choose from 3 types of aircraft: 2, 4 or 5 seater. (Note: 5 seater is from Manston only at the current time)
- Prices range from £199 - £899 (inclusive) and include a pre-flight brief on all the controls, and a chance to experience the exhilaration of actually taking control of the helicopter whilst airborne!
- If you choose a flight of 40 minutes or more, you will also get a chance to attempt the ultimate challenge of hovering! Friends and family can enjoy a close up view of you taking off and landing, and during your flight, can relax in the lounge area whilst observing all the activities of the airfield.
- Once purchased, vouchers are valid for a period of six months.
- We are open seven days a week, allowing the flight to be taken at a time which is convenient to you.
- If, after your trial lesson, you decide that you would like to continue your flying training, your instructor will be happy to discuss this with you. Your trial lesson will count as flying time towards the issue of your pilot's licence.
Our Aircraft
Robinson R22
2 Seater
This is our smallest helicopter designed for our trainer and 1 Person.
20 minute trip: £199
30 minute trip: £249
40 minute trip: £329
60 minute trip: £455
Robinson R44
4 Seater
This 4 seater version of the Robinson allows for 2 additional passengers.
20 minute trip: £275
30 minute trip: £339
40 minute trip: £449
60 minute trip: £659
Bell 206 Ranger
5 Seater
This is a 5 seater turbine aircraft allowing for 3 additional passengers.
20 minute trip: N/A
30 minute trip: £459
40 minute trip: £635
60 minute trip: £899
Note: Manston only.
Weight Limits
Please note, overall weight limits per person apply as follows:
- R22: 16.5 stone
- R44: 21 stone
- B206 Jetranger: overall limit for combined passenger weight applies
Age Limits
Trial Lesson minimum age 8 years old. Passengers - all children under the age of 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult (R44/B206)
Book your Trial Flight!
Headcorn is the pre-selected location. However, you can select Manston if preferred. Note that we currently fly 2 and 4 seaters from Headcorn. If you wish to trial the 5 seater Bell Jetranger, the flight must be from Manston.
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