60 Minute R22 Helicopter Lesson - Gloucestershire
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Experience the thrill of a helicopter flight over Gloucestershire from Staverton Airport. Take to the sky on a 60-minute lesson in a two-seater or four-seater helicopter and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Cotswolds. Conveniently located between Cheltenham and Gloucester, Gloucestershire Airport at Staverton is just three minutes from the M5 and A40 and handles more than 90,000 flights a year. Your 60-minute lesson will be in the classic two-seater training chopper, the Robinson R22 helicopter, under the guidance of expert instructors. This renowned Gloucestershire centre offers top-notch helicopter training. Enjoy ample hands-on flying time during your lesson, providing a real taste of helicopter piloting in this bustling area. Not only are these experiences fun, but they also count towards the hours required for aspiring helicopter pilots. Staverton, with its bustling activity, four runways, aeronautical training schools, charter companies, and executive operations, is the perfect place to embark on your helicopter flying journey.
- Helicopter flying from Staverton Airport
- The airfield handles over 90,000 flights a year
- Well-situated between Cheltenham and Gloucs
- Cafe, clubhouse and aviation museum on-site
- 60 Minute R22 Helicopter Lesson
- A 60-minute flying lesson from Staverton Airport in a two-seater R22 helicopter
- A 20-minute pre-flight briefing covering safety and a brief overview of how a helicopter flies
- Discuss and decide your flight path
- Experience hands-on helicopter flying and take the controls under expert supervision.
- Opportunity to try the hover challenge
- Flight times are measured from start-up to shutdown
- De-brief and personalised flight certificate
Information
- Minimum age is 14
- Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
- Maximum height is 6ft 4 ins
- R22: Maximum weight 16 stone
- Flights are available on weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Experiences are subject to availability and weather conditions.
- Gloucestershire Staverton Airport in the heart of the Cotswolds, just off junction 10/11 of the M5.
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Height: 193.04 cm
Maximum Weight: 101.61 kg
- The airport has a restaurant serving hot and cold food and beverages
- There is an aviation museum at the airfield
- Flights can be counted towards the 45 hours required to obtain a licence to fly a helicopter.
- You should call the club before travelling to check that the weather conditions are suitable.
- Spectators are welcome to come and watch the action from the clubhouse or lawn, which provide great views across the airfield.
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