Private Helicopter Trial Flight in Kaikōura
Overview
Experience the exhilaration of flying a helicopter in the capable hands of a professional instructor. This unique experience is only available in our region with us.
Inclusions
- Headset with microphone to clearly hear your instructor and ask questions on your journey
- Professional guidance from a licensed instructor
- Assistance as you maneuver through take-off, hovering and landing
- Certificate upon completion of your flight
What to expect
Itinerary
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter?
Our YouFly trial flight is great just for fun, or could be the first step towards a new career.
Taking off from the heli-pads, you will get the opportunity to fly the helicopter with an experienced instructor who will guide you through the take-off, hovering, flight and landing phases of co piloting our Robinson R44 Helicopter. Upon completion of the trial flight, we will return back to the heli-pads where you will be awarded your trial flight certificate.
Allow for 45 minutes to an hour for the whole experience from safety briefing/ flight/ to debrief.
Please note:
WEIGHT LIMIT applies
HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 155CM
Robinson R44 helicopter for a 20-minute flight with a Qualified instructor beside you.
Flight instructor and participant are seated in front seats.
No additional passengers can be carried on this flight.
We are a division of GCH Aviation, Certified operators of a CAA part 141 Certificate
Instructions are given in English
Stop At:
• Kaikoura, Kaikoura, Canterbury Region, South Island
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter?
Our YouFly trial flight is great just for fun, or could be the first step towards a new career.
Taking off from the heli-pads, you will get the opportunity to fly the helicopter with an experienced instructor who will guide you through the take-off, hovering, flight and landing phases of co piloting our Robinson R44 Helicopter. Upon completion of the trial flight, we will return back to the heli-pads where you will be awarded your trial flight certificate.
Allow for 45 minutes to an hour for the whole experience from safety briefing/ flight/ to debrief.
Please note:
WEIGHT LIMIT applies
HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 155CM
Robinson R44 helicopter for a 20-minute flight with a Qualified instructor beside you.
Flight instructor and participant are seated in front seats.
No additional passengers can be carried on this flight.
We are a division of GCH Aviation, Certified operators of a CAA part 141 Certificate
Instructions are given in English
Stop At:
• Kaikoura, Kaikoura, Canterbury Region, South Island
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- New Zealand Covid 19 tracer app can be used at our reception and are onboard our helicopters. Manual check in option is also available. Please carry a facemask and use when required.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
792trishac
January 2023
The flight was amazing and they went out of their way to accommodate us when the weather turned bad. An experience my son will never forget.
The flight was amazing and they went out of their way to accommodate us when the weather turned bad. An experience my son will never forget.johnoW7411FP
December 2021
You fly helicopter experience is worth every cent.If you have ever wanted to fly a helicopter then you won't be disappointed with this. Awesome, fantastic and wow.
You fly helicopter experience is worth every cent.If you have ever wanted to fly a helicopter then you won't be disappointed with this. Awesome, fantastic and wow.