There are only few people who can brag about having piloted a helicopter before but you may as well be the next one. Whether your introductory flight lesson is just a one-time "bucket list" experience or the foundation for determining if becoming a certified private pilot or even a professional career helicopter is right for you, an introductory flight lesson is a valuable and memorable experience.
During this 1-hour introductory flight lesson you can experience the thrill and excitement of piloting a helicopter
yourself. The lesson will start with a short ground briefing which will include the basics of helicopter flight and
the use of the main flight controls. You will then walk to the helicopter, enter the cockpit, and commence the flight
portion of your lesson. You will follow the checklist to start-up the engine and to spin-up the rotors. When ready for
take-off you will then lift off vertically and soar through the skies. Upon completion of the airborne portion of the
flight you will then systematically shut-down the helicopter following the checklist to complete your flight. You will
be piloting the helicopter the entire time under the close supervision of an experienced flight instructor. In total
you will be on the controls of the helicopter for approximately 30 minutes from start-up to shut-down. You will
treasure this flight for the rest of your life, whether this will be a one-time adventure or the first step towards
becoming a certified helicopter pilot.
$298.00 per person - 1 student; 1 or 2 relatives or friends may ride along for only $59.00 per person
extra.
The Extended Introductory Flight Lesson is essentially the same as the Standard Introductory Flight Lesson detailed
before, but your airborne portion of the flight is twice as long.
$399.00 per person - 1 student; 1 or 2 relatives or friends may ride along for only $79.00 per person
extra.
Bring a friend who also wants to experience the thrill and excitement of piloting a helicopter and each of you will go on TWO flights: during one flight you will be sitting up front piloting the helicopter while your friend is riding along in the back and during the other flight your friend is on the flight controls and you sit in the back observing the flight and the interactions between the instructor and your friend.
Being on two flights in a row - once as a pilot and once as an observer - is a very valuable experience especially if you are trying to decide if becoming a certified helicopter pilot or maybe even a professional career helicopter pilot is right for you. Additionally, each of you will be flying along as an observer FOR FREE. Thus, you save $158 on two Extended Introductory Flights or save $118 on two Standard Introductory Flights.
$298.00 per person for Standard Introductory Flight Lessons - $399.00 per person for Extended Introductory Flight Lessons; NO CHARGE for flying in each other's lessons as observers. One additional person may ride along on both flights for only $100.00 extra.
You may also want to consider one of our breathtaking sightseeing tours...
PLEASE NOTE:
ALL FLIGHTS ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING LIMITATIONS, CONSTRAINTS, AND CONDITIONS:
“My Introductory Flight Lesson at Tallahassee Helicopters was a great experience that I am extremely glad I decided to participate in. The lesson started off in the classroom with basic safety instructions and a description of the helicopter's flight controls. Next, my flight instructor went over a few in-flight scenarios and how to respond correctly when at the controls of the helicopter. After the ground lesson, we headed out to the flight line. The instructor again took time to explain the workings of the helicopter in detail. He gave me a tour of the outside of the aircraft and then an overview of the workings of the engine and transmission. I then assumed my position in the front right seat of the helicopter, where my instructor and I went over the pre-flight checklist line by line in preparation for lift off. Soon after my instructor got us safely off the ground, I was given a chance to ...
... take the controls. It's an amazing feeling to be at the controls of a helicopter, and my instructor guided me step by step as we flew over the city of Tallahassee. I was able to control the aircraft for the majority of the flight, before handing it back over to the instructor for a safe and smooth landing. I couldn't be happier with my Introductory Flight Lesson from Tallahassee Helicopters. It was a great learning experience that made me feel comfortable and safe in the helicopter from the moment we lifted off. I would recommend the Introductory Flight Lesson to anyone who has interest in helicopters and would like to experience the feeling of actually taking the controls of one. In fact, I enjoyed it so much that I decided to begin pursuing my private pilot's license. Tallahassee Helicopters is a top notch establishment that I would be proud to recommend to anyone.”
“Hi Thomas - Thanks so much for sending the pictures. You and the Nikon D70 did a beautiful job! I also want to tell you how much I enjoyed my introductory flight lesson. Hugh kept the classroom portion very interesting without getting too far over my head. The preflight check procedure you have is very thorough and it shows in the brand new condition of the helicopter how well maintained it is. The actual flight was great! Hugh is a good pilot and I felt completely safe (I'm not sure he would say he felt all that comfortable when I was at the helm:-). It was a wonderful experience and I would certainly recommend that anyone thinking about flying lessons, or a tour should definitely go to Tallahassee Helicopters. Thanks again for the great day and the pictures.”
“I found the intro flight very informative and enjoyable, the instructor was able to teach a lot in a small amount of time and give a good intro to the fundamentals of helicopter flight, the procedures involved in flying and lastly the amazing feeling of flying. Cheers for the handbook, I'll have a good look at it. I will let you know as soon as I am able to get some time to come back and do some more training, it will hopefully be in the new year at some stage. As for a testimonial I am happy for you to quote me.”
“I'd like to thank you guys for giving me the opportunity to fly and giving me a one-on-one experience that I'll never forget. After the introductory flight, I've realized how amazing and exceptional it is to actually fly and operate a helicopter. It's only fueled my determination in getting started with you guys as soon as possible. I am eager learn how to become a well-trained helicopter pilot and would recommend you guys to anyone interested in learning to fly either a fixed-wing or a helicopter. I'm looking forward to starting classes this summer. You'll be hearing from me very soon. Thanks again.”
"My mom gave me your flight lesson as a gift when I came down for a visit. Man, what a treat! I had no idea how much I would enjoy piloting a helicopter. Thank you sooooooo much for this wonderful experience. I think I just found my new career. I'll make an appointment to discuss your professional pilot program in more detail. Till then ..."
“It was indeed a fascinating experience to be on the controls of a helicopter. And the professional and safe flight instructor really made me feel at ease. I will never ever forget this flight.”
“I just wanted to thank you for a terrific experience! I thoroughly enjoyed my flight in the R44 Helicopter. Chase, my instructor was very through and professional but kept it fun too! The only bad thing is now ... I'm hooked! I will be back for my next lesson soon! Thanks again!”
“Tallahassee Helicopters made it really easy for me to get in the cockpit of a helicopter. The instructor's obvious extensive knowledge made me feel very at ease. Tallahassee Helicopters made taking the controls for the first time a fun and unforgettable experience”
ADDRESS
TALLAHASSEE HELICOPTERS, LLC
Tallahassee International Airport
3240 Capital Circle SW - Suite 1
Tallahassee, FL 32310
CONTACTS
Email: fly@tlh-heli.com
Phone: +1 (850) 841-1111
Fax: +1 (850) 941-7173
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