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Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

5.0 (one review) one hour Free cancellation Private tour
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Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

About this activity

Rangiora airfield is the most efficient place in canterbury for learning to fly. There are no delays dealing with air traffic or controlled airspace and the mountains and other training areas are right on our doorstep. This means you can get straight into the fun stuff and maximize your time in the aircraft.

Safety is our number one priority and you will be flying with a highly qualified and experienced instructor who has taught dozens of people how to fly helicopters.

If you would like to do something a bit different we can easily customize this flight to include a mountain landing or a specific point of interest.

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At a glance

Duration
one hour
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–1
Guide
English
Operated by
Way To Go Heliservices

Ages: Children (10–13 years) · Youth (14–19 years) · Adults (20–65 years) · Seniors (66–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Briefing and demonstration of helicopter systems.

Not included

  • Not included: Maximum passenger weight of 100KG

Itinerary

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to fly a helicopter then a trial flight is your chance! During a trial flight our highly experienced flight instructors will guide you step by step through the process from a briefing explaining the controls and how they work, right through to allowing you to take the controls through each stage of flight. All under the close supervision of a qualified flight instructor to keep you safe. A Helicopter trial flight is a great gift idea for an experience like no other! Please note, there is a maximum weight for this experience of 100kg. Feel free to contact us if this is an issue and we can look into whether we can provide another option.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Christchurch

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We are the third row of hangars after the main gate. You will see our sign and can park on the grass or gravel on the side of the road.

End point

  • We are the third row of hangars after the main gate. You will see our sign and can park on the grass or gravel on the side of the road.

Pickup points

  • Sudima Christchurch Airport
  • Christchurch Intl Airport
  • Rangiora Lodge Motel
  • Lilybrook Motel
  • The Riverstone
  • Novotel Christchurch Airport
  • Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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