What Can I Expect

Sign up for a Helicopter Pilot Day and learn everything about the job! Available at different venues nationwide, this very special offer will see you having in-depth look around the helicopter, learning fascinating facts about choppers and enjoying an extended lesson too.

All schools hosting these informative and hands-on days at the helipad are fully CAA registered. You will be meeting pilots who work commercially and can give you loads of tips, hints and advice - as well as a few aviation anecdotes, no doubt!

If you've ever dreamt of being in the captain's seat, this is the day for you. It starts off with a welcome over a tea or coffee, followed by a briefing from a CAA licensed pilot instructor who will be hosting the experience.

Then it's time for the aerial action. These pilot experiences give you a 15-20 minute one to one lesson in a trainer heli. You'll learn how to hover, achieve forward flight and experience the manoeuvrability of a helicopter.

Back down on terra firma, you and your fellow would-be helicopter pilots take a break for a light lunch, before you get taken on a behind the scenes tour of the helicopters . This is where you get exclusive access to have a look at all the aircraft operating out of the airfield. Your instructor pilot will guide you and talk about different types and uses of helicopters - for example, did you know there are both piston-engined and turbine-engined helis?

After all that excitement airside, your helicopter pilot day ends with an informative talk on life as a commercial helicopter pilot, how to get your licence, whether to earn a living with it, or keep flying just as a hobby. In this four hour experience there'll also be time for questions, making this the perfect gift for any helicopter enthusiast who would appreciate getting a real in-depth insight into the industry and the life of a pilot.

When Is It Available

• Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
• Flights are subject to availability at your chosen location and weather conditions

Suitable For

• Minimum age 12
• Under 16s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
• Maximum height is 6ft
• Maximum weight 15 stone
• You will need to present a form of valid ID with a photograph on the day

Spectators

• Spectators can come along, but will not be able to join in the tours etc
• Facilities may vary at venues, but there will usually be a clubhouse, toilets and refreshments