Helicopters Lessons Kent

What Can I Expect

Plenty of choice with these helicopter lessons in Kent with 20, 30, 40 and 60 minute flights in the two seater R22 Robinson chopper and 20 or 30 minute flights in the bigger four seat R44 helicopter to choose from. Whether they'd just like to 'have a go' in a helicopter or are seriously hooked on helis, these lessons in Kent offer something for everyone.

This helicopter lesson provider is an approved CAA Flight Training Organisation, based on Manston airport. Also known as Kent International Airport, it is known for the really long runway which is easily big enough for 747s to land and take off.

On the two-seater sessions it's be you and your instructor pilot, with one to one tuition bespoke to you. If you choose a lesson in the four seater helicopter, you can invite a friend or loved one to join you onboard as a passenger. For all flights you will enjoy a pre-flight briefing where you are shown all the controls. Once airborne, you will take the controls of the chopper yourself. Those on a 40 or 60 minute helicopter lesson will get to learn more about the classic manoeuvre of hovering.

Whichever experience you choose, these helicopter lessons in Kent are sure to please with excellent facilities for friends and family to get close to the take off and landing action too.

What's Included

• Trial flying lesson in a 2 or 4-seater helicopter
• A pre-flight briefing to explain how the controls affect the helicopter
• Tuition from an experienced and qualified pilot
• Take control of the helicopter whilst airbourne
• Choose a flight of  40 minutes or more for a chance to attempt the ultimate challenge of hovering!
• Flight durations include start up to shut down time
• Flight certificate as a momento of your day
• Your trial lesson will count as flying time towards a pilot's licence

The Helicopters

• 2 Seater - Robinson R22 - Designed for you and your instructor
• 4 Seater - Robinson R44 - Allows a passenger to accompany you and experience the flight from the rear seat

When Is It Available

• Flights are generally available 7 days a week, weather permitting
• Dates and session times are subject to availability

Suitable For

• Minimum age 14
• Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
• Maximum weight 17 stone
• All guests will need to provide photographic ID in order to fly

Spectators

• Friends and family are very welcome to come and watch your departure and arrival
• There are great views of the flying action from the lounge area

Anything Else

• As this airport handles international passenger and freight flights there's always plenty to see from the air or ground
• Drinks and snacks can be purchased from the onsite cafe