Helicopter Flight Lesson Above New York
New York State, New York
Trip Type: Helicopter Tours
Duration: 1 or 1.5 hours
Experience the thrill of flying around New York with this helicopter flight lesson from White Plains. Start with a half-hour briefing to learn about technique and safety, and then take to the air during a 30- or 60-minute private lesson with a professional instructor. While airborne, enjoy views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. Fly a Robinson R​44 Raven II and have the option to invite up to two people to sit in the helicopter with you (passengers are an additional fee). No experience needed!
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Experience the thrill of flying around New York with this helicopter flight lesson from White Plains. Start with a half-hour briefing to learn about technique and safety, and then take to the air during a 30- or 60-minute private lesson with a professional instructor. While airborne, enjoy views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. Fly a Robinson R​44 Raven II and have the option to invite up to two people to sit in the helicopter with you (passengers are an additional fee). No experience needed!
Helicopters are equipped with HD video cameras, and a video of your flight lesson is available for purchase.
Your helicopter flight lesson starts at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, New York. After meeting your professional instructor at the flight school, begin your 30-minute ground briefing that covers helicopter controls, flying technique and safety procedures. No prior flying experience is needed, and each lesson is tailored to fit your needs.
The ground school is followed by a 30- or 60-minute flight, conducted one-on-one with your instructor. Once you're airborne, your instructor gives you control of the helicopter. See New York from an aerial perspective while you fly, taking in views of Westchester County, the New York and Connecticut coastlines, the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline.
You will fly a R​44 Raven II helicopter model — known for superior safety, high performance and comfort. You can pay an extra fee on the day of your lesson for up to two passengers to join you in the helicopter to watch you fly.
Helicopters are equipped with HD video cameras, and a video of your flight lesson is available for purchase.
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