What Can I Expect

Fantastic gyrocopter flights in Kent! We are offering vouchers for a full range of flight durations, setting off from Rochester Airport just south of Rochester and Chatham, with 15, 30, 60 and 90-minute flights available.

Pilot instructor Kai Maurer has been flying gyrocopters for many, many years - and in fact his gyro school was one of the first to work with us here at Into The Blue. With well over 6000 hours of flying under his belt, you're in safe hands with Kai, who is also author of the ‘The Gyro Quick Guide' handbook.

Originally, gyrocopters were tandem-configuration, with open cockpits. Some modern versions have closed cockpits (so there's no hair blowing about!) and the seating is side by side, so you can see what your instructor is doing. This gyro school in Kent has a fantastic fleet of both types of gyroplane, including the latest aircraft from the likes of MTOSport, Calidus and Cavalon.

And we have to agree, modern gyrocopters are brilliant. They're like a hybrid of a helicopter and a fixed wing plane. They are super popular due to their agility and simplicity of design. Did you know a gyro can stand still in the air and whizz along at 100 mph with ease?

As for where you get to fly on your experience? Needless to say, you're in North Kent and so within minutes of taking off you could be glimpsing the see, historic dockyards and that famous Kentish rolling countryside, all from your seat in the gyro.

If you're looking for a gyrocopter flight over Kent with a highly experienced pilot to show you the ropes, these gyro experiences out of Rochester Airport are the perfect choice!

When Is It Available

• Weekends and weekdays throughout the year
• Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions

Suitable For

• Minimum age 14
• Maximum weight 16 stone
• You must be between 4'6" and 6'4" (137cm and 193cm)
• You need to be agile enough to get in and out of the gyrocopter
• No previous flying experience is required
• Front seat experience is at the instructors discretion
• Please seek medical advice if you have previously suffered a heart condition or other medical complaint such as back or neck problems
• This experience is not suitable for pregnant mothers
• All participants must complete an information sheet and waiver prior to flying
• Please wear warm comfortable outdoor clothing and closed toe footwear, you should also bring gloves to wear on the flight

Spectators

• Spectators are welcome to watch your gyrocopter flight
• There is a clubhouse which is usually open to visitors, along with a cafe at weekends