R44 Demo Flight • 30 Minute Flight Lesson

This R44 Demo Flight experience in Long Beach offers a unique and exciting introduction to helicopter flight training in a safe, professional environment. Beginning at the private helicopter pad at Long Beach Airport, the experience lasts approximately one hour and fifteen minutes and is designed for up to three passengers. You’ll start with a 15-minute immersive session in an FAA-approved flight simulator, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of helicopter controls and flight dynamics. After the simulator introduction, you’ll move on to a hands-on flight lesson in a Robinson R44 helicopter with a certified flight instructor. While you sit up front and learn to fly, up to two friends or family members can ride along in the back, enjoying a scenic flight and sharing in your aviation journey. Upon completion, you’ll receive a signed certificate and logged flight time that can be credited toward a future helicopter pilot license, making this experience both thrilling and educational.

From check-in to landing, every detail is carefully structured to ensure safety, comfort, and compliance with FAA regulations. Guests are required to arrive at least early with a valid government-issued ID to complete check-in and sign a liability waiver. The experience includes mandatory SFAR 73 awareness training, a pre-flight safety briefing, and close supervision throughout the lesson. Closed-toe shoes are required, and sun protection such as hats or sunglasses is recommended. Strict drug- and alcohol-free policies, passenger weight limits, and citizenship requirements are enforced to meet aviation safety standards. Flights may be rescheduled or refunded due to weather, airspace restrictions, or maintenance concerns at no additional cost. Whether you are simply curious about flying or seriously considering pilot training, this R44 Demo Flight delivers a memorable, hands-on aviation experience with lasting value.