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$20 Off Fall Experiences For Two | Use Code: FALL20
Experience the thrill of flying an airplane as you take the controls during an exciting introductory flight lesson!
- Fly a plane under the watchful eye of your highly-qualified, FAA Certified Flight Instructor
- Take the controls and practice basic maneuvers aboard a Piper Warrior or Cessna 172
- 1-hour lesson includes an approximately 30-minute briefing on the ground and about 30 minutes of flight time
- Enjoy views of the Connecticut River as you fly off into the horizon!
From: $123
Overview
Experience the thrill of flying an airplane as you take the controls during an exciting introductory flight lesson!- Fly a plane under the watchful eye of your highly-qualified, FAA Certified Flight Instructor
- Take the controls and practice basic maneuvers aboard a Piper Warrior or Cessna 172
- 1-hour lesson includes an approximately 30-minute briefing on the ground and about 30 minutes of flight time
- Enjoy views of the Connecticut River as you fly off into the horizon!
Discover the joy of flying with this introductory flight lesson. Soar above the Hartford skyline, as you take in the scenery and actually get the chance to fly the plane.
This approximately 1-hour lesson will start with a pre-flight inspection of the airplane. Your FAA Certified Instructor will familiarize you with the aircraft and show you how it works. Next, you'll climb on board either a Cessna 172 or a Piper Warrior and taxi down the runway. Your instructor will handle take off and landing, but once in the air... it's all you! During the approximately 30-minute flight, you will learn the basic controls of the aircraft and how to properly maneuver and fly the plane.
Your first flight is truly an exhilarating and unforgettable experience. As an added bonus, you may bring 1 friend along for the ride! You'll both be talking about this flight for years to come.
When Do I Choose A Date?
If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.
Year-Round:
Daily - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
UPCOMING AVAILABLE DATES:
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Essential Information
- Participants must be at least 16 years old and at least 4 feet tall
- Individual participants must not exceed 300 pounds
- Combined weight of the student and passenger cannot exceed 600 pounds
- All participants and guests will be required to sign a liability waiver
- Valid government-issued picture ID is required to fly
Duration
1-hour lesson with approximately 30 minutes of flight time. Flight time is calculated from engine start to engine stop.
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
The plane can hold 1 student and 1 passenger, however, the total weight of both the student and the passenger cannot exceed 600 pounds.
Spectators
Friends and family are welcome to watch take-off and landing from within the terminal building
Weather Dependent
This experience is weather dependent. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.
What To Wear
Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions. Closed-toe shoes are required and sunglasses are highly recommended.
For this experience, our partners are taking added measures to help prevent the potential spread of COVID-19. They are sanitizing and wiping down all air crafts between flights. Additionally, they are providing sanitizer stations upon entry and throughout their facility. Our partners kindly ask that any participants please not travel within 14 days prior to their flight, and please bring and wear a mask to their experience. Participants without a mask will not be permitted to fly.
Are there any weight restrictions?
Are there age restrictions?
Can I bring a passenger?
Individual participants must be under 300 pounds.
Yes, students must be at least 16 years old and at least 4 ft tall to participate.
Yes, students are allowed to bring 1 passenger along for the ride!
What if my flight is cancelled due to weather?
This experience is weather dependent. In the event your flight is canceled due to inclement weather, you will reschedule directly with the experience provider. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 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 Cloud 9 Living.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, you may reschedule your experience up to 72 hours prior to the date booked. 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 that your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather or maintenance issues, you may reschedule directly with your experience provider.
Customer Reviews
based on 14 reviews.
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The instructor was knowledgeable, informative and patient. He took time to make sure I understood all as well as made sure I had time to ask questions.
The facility was neat, clean. Very well maintained especially during this health pandemic.
I am already planning further lessons
Definitely will recommend to others
— Larry B | Sep 14, 2020
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi there Larry,
I want to thank you for being such an incredible customer and letting us in on all the awesome details of your experience! We love to hear that our partners were welcoming, well-informed and perceptive when it came time for you to fly. It is so wonderful that you were introduced to a new skill set, and had so much fun while learning! I will be sure to pass along the feedback regarding the safety and sanitation measures to our partners. They will be thrilled to know that their added efforts don't go unnoticed during this unprecedented time.
We love that you're already planning furthering your learning and are happy that we had the chance to be a part of the start of something new and exciting for you!
Very Best,
Sophia
Well done. View of houses and ability to move the plane was great.
— John P | Aug 10, 2020
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi there John, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! I'm so happy to hear you had a wonderful time exploring the skies as well as learning more about how to control the plane. We would love to get you back out in the air whenever you are ready! Cheers, Chandi
It was an amazing experience! I would do it over and over again . Also a great gift! Our instructor was very nice and welcoming. Great overall
— Mariano M | Nov 12, 2019
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Karinna, thanks so much for the great review! We're so glad you had such an amazing experience and with a nice and welcoming instructor too! We hope you have a wonderful rest of your week! Kindest, Kelsey
Unbelievable experience! Ryan was incredibly informative and wonderful to learn from. I would recommend this to anyone!
— Kevin W | Nov 11, 2019
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Thanks for such a great review, Kevin! We are so happy to hear that you had an unbelievable experience with an incredibly informative instructor. Have a fantastic rest of your week! Best, Kelsey
Had an awesome time being able to fly a plane for the first time. Instructor was great as well; answered all my questions, didn't mind taking photos of me, and gave me the confidence that it would be a safe smooth ride.
— Andy M | Nov 05, 2019
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hey Andy, thanks for the awesome review! We're glad to hear you had an awesome experience learning how to fly and that you had a great instructor to make it all that much better! Hope you have a wonderful rest of your week! Best, Kelsey
Instructor was very knowledgeable and explained all the basic details on flying a flight. Was thrilled to ride the flight. Overall an excellent experience and highly recommend it!!!
— ABHISHEK C | Oct 27, 2019
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Thanks for the great review, Abhishek! Sounds like you had an excellent time learning how to fly with an awesome and knowledgeable instructor. We hope you have a great rest of your week! Kind regards, Kelsey
Amazing time!!! Instructor was very knowledgeable and knew how to teach someone with no experience!
— Angela G | Sep 29, 2019
Response from Cloud 9 Living
So happy to hear you had an amazing time learning how to fly a plane, Angela! We will pass along your kind words to the flight school and hope you have a wonderful weekend! Cheers, Kelsey
Awesome!! JR
— Jose R | Aug 27, 2019
Smooth purchase and great experience
— David D | Aug 14, 2019
It was a great experience.
— Lisa D | Jun 27, 2019
great instructor
— David F | Nov 06, 2018
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hey David thanks for the awesome review and we're glad you had a great experience and I'll be sure to let the flight school know you enjoyed your instructor! Hope to see you back for more adventures soon and until then Happy Holidays!
Excellent experience! Our flight instructor was highly qualified with years of experience.
— Curtis L | May 28, 2018
It was amazing loved it
— Jesus R | Oct 10, 2017
Awesome experience. I would definitely recommend.
— Vincent L | Aug 29, 2016
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If you find the same experience with the same provider advertised at a lower standard price (does not include vendor promotions or sales), simply contact us at (866) 525-6839 or email us at info@cloud9living.com and we’ll match the advertised price.
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