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Learn to Fly a Helicopter

Name: Learn to Fly a Helicopter
Brand: Cloud 9 Living
SKU: AIR-PIT-0007
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (21 reviews)

Zelienople, PA

From: $295

(21 Reviews)

Discover the thrill of flying when you Learn to Fly a Helicopter near Pittsburgh!

FAA Certified Flight Instructor teaches you the basics of flying and lets you take control of the aircraft
Fly in a uniquely designed Enstrom 280C for approximately 30 minutes
Learn flying skills that may include climbing, descending, and hovering
Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pennsylvania landscape!

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About this Experience

Discover the thrill of flying when you Learn to Fly a Helicopter near Pittsburgh!
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor teaches you the basics of flying and lets you take control of the aircraft
- Fly in a uniquely designed Enstrom 280C for approximately 30 minutes
- Learn flying skills that may include climbing, descending, and hovering
- Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pennsylvania landscape!
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Experience the unparalleled thrill of flying when you Learn to Fly an Enstrom 280C helicopter in Pittsburgh!
This unique experience will begin with a meet and greet with your friendly pilot, an FAA certified and experienced flight instructor.
After a brief ground school, you'll prepare for take-off with a pre-flight check of the helicopter. Next, it's time to climb aboard and get ready to fly!
Once airborne, you'll have the opportunity to try straight and level flight, climbs, turns and descents!
Enjoy beautiful views of the Pennsylvania landscape on the approximately 30-minute flight.
With the expertise and help from an experienced instructor, you'll discover what it's like to soar when you Learn to Fly a Helicopter!

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Essential Information
- Students must weigh no more than 300 pounds
- Please bring a government issued ID with you on your scheduled date
- No experience necessary
- Participants must be 16 years of age or older, and parental consent is required for anyone under the age of 18
- A headset will be provided
- Helicopter is equipped with a heater for tours during the winter months
Duration
The Learn to Fly a Helicopter experience will last approximately 1 hour with 30 minutes of total flight time.

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Maximum Participants
This Learn to Fly a Helicopter experience is for 1 student only.

Spectators
Spectators are welcome to watch the take-off and landing from the viewing area at the airport.

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.

Booking Information
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 2 weeks in advance.

Rescheduling & Cancellations
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.

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1. Do I need experience?
  No experience is necessary!
2. What kind of helicopter is used for this flight lesson?
  You will learn to fly in an Enstrom 280C helicopter.
3. Can I take someone up in the air with me?
  No, spectators are welcome to watch take off and landing from the airport viewing area, but they are not allowed inside the helicopter during the lesson.
4. Are there any age or weight restrictions?
  All participants must be 16 years of age or older and weigh no more than 300 lbs. Participants under the age of 18 will need parental consent prior to the experience.
5. What do I need to bring with me?
  Please bring a government issued ID with you to the airport.
6. What if my flight is cancelled due to weather?
  We always recommend contacting your pilot on the day of your experience if you have any concerns regarding weather. In the event your flight is cancelled due to weather you can reschedule directly with your pilot.
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Location & Availability

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Year-Round:
Monday through Friday - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays - 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
*Pending pilot availability

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Zelienople Municipal Airport - Zelienople, PA

Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 5
based on 21 reviews.

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Just had my Helicopter experience with Ron Spiker ...there are not enough words to describe this experience..Fabulous day. Ron is so kind and so helpful it was a pleasure to spend time with him. My wife bought this for me for a Christmas present because she said I did not need another shirt I needed a life experience ...she was right this was totally beyond my expectations ...and was by far better than another shirt for Christmas...would HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS EXPIERENCE you haven't lived until you try this money well spent and the memory will last a lifetime...a shirt would have been gone in a year...THANK YOU RON for such a great day... Omer Zaidan

— Omer Z, Pittsburgh | Jul 28, 2018

It was a fantastic experience learning and flying a helicopter, this was my first time in a helicopter. The instructor was very professional and a great teacher. I loved every minute and whished we could have flown all day.

— Michael S, Pittsburgh | Jun 18, 2018

Ron Spiker is an excellent helicopter pilot, who is very knowledgeable, and answered all of my questions. The flight was extremely awesome and I will be taking more flights with Ron.

— Timothy T, Pittsburgh | Aug 08, 2017

The helicopter was a great ride. As a Nam vet, it was a great experience. The pilot was skillful, and provided a great customer experience. While the Enstrom 280C is not a Huey, 65mph at 2100ft was a sweet ride. Worth every penny. First class operation, very self-paced. Highly recommend.

— David G, Pittsburgh | Jul 31, 2017

My experience was incredible. I have wanted to fly a helicopter all of my life. My spouse bought this for my 65th birthday. It was an amazing day! I could have flown for hours.

— Rick A, Pittsburgh | Jul 31, 2017

Going into this appointment, I had a lot of apprehension about my experience and abilities. But Ron, the pilot, was very professional and cordial with my learning. Once in the air, it was most awesome. It was a wonderful experience, and I would not hesitate to do it again.

— Raymond T, Pittsburgh | Jul 17, 2017

Ron was very calm and friendly, which allowed me to really relax and enjoy the experience. He let me control the aircraft only as much as I was ready to handle. I would highly recommend him to anyone else!!

— Stephen H, Pittsburgh | Jun 12, 2017

The helicopter flight experience was amazing. If you ever had even a passing interest in piloting a helicopter, don't hesitate and sign up as soon as possible.

— Adam S, Pittsburgh | Jun 05, 2017

This was a birthday present from my wife and the experience was fantastic. Ron made my day!

— Jerry G, Pittsburgh | May 22, 2017

I couldn't have been happier. It was beyond my expectations.

— Edwin T, Pittsburgh | Nov 28, 2016

My husband loved it.

— Thomas S, Pittsburgh | Nov 07, 2016

Ron was fantastic! Patient, knowledgeable and fun. I didn't expect to be so calm, but he just made me feel so confident in my ability and his, that it took my fear away. The only bad thing is I was so excited to share my experience with my husband who was waiting below that I forgot to tip Ron. I will be recommending this experience to others and can't wait to check off a few other experiences with Cloud 9 Living! Thanks again!!

— Cynthia A, Pittsburgh | Oct 24, 2016

Amazing experience! Instructor was great and knowledgeable. Would definitely do this again!

— Jesse V, Pittsburgh | Oct 10, 2016

My experience flying a helicopter was AMAZING! An absolute joy. Definitely the best gift I've ever received!!! Mr. Spiker was a great host and instructor, and I'd recommend him to anyone!

— Andrew H, Pittsburgh | Aug 24, 2016

I had a lot of fun!

— Kristin N, Pittsburgh | Aug 09, 2016

Bought for my wife for a birthday gift. First time in a helicopter, she loved it. Highly recommended. Definitely will do again in the future.

— Lou M, Pittsburgh | Jul 02, 2016

This was my first experience with Cloud 9 Living, and I had an absolute blast! The whole experience was amazing, and my instructor (Ron) did a fantastic job. This was a Christmas gift that I will never forget. 10 out of 10, would fly again.

— Cullen M, Pittsburgh | Jul 05, 2016

Ron from Spiker Helicopters was awesome. I was a little nervous, but he made the experience great. My first booking was cancelled due to rain, but I didn't mind because he had good communication and kept me posted about the weather. I highly recommend him! I had a great time!

— Erica G, Pittsburgh | May 31, 2016

I bought this as a Valentine's present for my husband, as it is something he has always wanted to do. The experience far exceeded our expectations! The pilot spent the first 20 minutes explaining the controls, then told my husband to fly on his own. Of course, the pilot had a set of controls as well to take over if he needed to, but my husband not only got a lesson, but he was able to fly. It was an unforgettable experience for both of us. Thank you for making me the hero of gift-giving. I couldn't have asked for more!

— Robert P, Pittsburgh | Apr 29, 2016

Our experience was canceled due to bad weather, and Spiker Helicopters went out of their way to reschedule another time that weekend so our experience wasn't ruined. My husband had an amazing 40th birthday!

— Peter K, Pittsburgh | Apr 13, 2016

Learning to fly a helicopter was the greatest 60th birthday present my husband said he ever got. He LOVED it.

— Rick E, Pittsburgh | Mar 27, 2016

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