What Can I Expect

Sign up for a Helicopter Pilot Day and learn everything about the job! Available at different venues nationwide, this very special offer will see you having in-depth look around the helicopter, learning fascinating facts about choppers and enjoying an extended lesson too.

All schools hosting these informative and hands-on days at the helipad are fully CAA registered. You will be meeting pilots who work commercially and can give you loads of tips, hints and advice - as well as a few aviation anecdotes, no doubt!

If you've ever dreamt of being in the captain's seat, this is the day for you. It starts off with a welcome over a tea or coffee, followed by a briefing from a CAA licensed pilot instructor who will be hosting the experience.

Then it's time for the aerial action. These pilot experiences give you a 15-20 minute one to one lesson in a trainer heli. You'll learn how to hover, achieve forward flight and experience the manoeuvrability of a helicopter.

Back down on terra firma, you and your fellow would-be helicopter pilots take a break for a light lunch, before you get taken on a behind the scenes tour of the helicopters . This is where you get exclusive access to have a look at all the aircraft operating out of the airfield. Your instructor pilot will guide you and talk about different types and uses of helicopters - for example, did you know there are both piston-engined and turbine-engined helis?

After all that excitement airside, your helicopter pilot day ends with an informative talk on life as a commercial helicopter pilot, how to get your licence, whether to earn a living with it, or keep flying just as a hobby. In this four hour experience there'll also be time for questions, making this the perfect gift for any helicopter enthusiast who would appreciate getting a real in-depth insight into the industry and the life of a pilot.

When Is It Available

• Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
• Flights are subject to availability at your chosen location and weather conditions

Suitable For

• Minimum age 12
• Under 16s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
• Maximum height is 6ft
• Maximum weight 15 stone
• You will need to present a form of valid ID with a photograph on the day

Spectators

• Spectators can come along, but will not be able to join in the tours etc
• Facilities may vary at venues, but there will usually be a clubhouse, toilets and refreshments

Anything Else

Please note that once your booking is confirmed, the provider's terms and conditions will apply. Your voucher can only be returned to Into The Blue after three postponements