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Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot

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Overview

Rangiora airfield is the most efficient place in canterbury for learning to fly. There are no delays dealing with air traffic or controlled airspace and the mountains and other training areas are right on our doorstep. This means you can get straight into the fun stuff and maximize your time in the aircraft.
Safety is our number one priority and you will be flying with a highly qualified and experienced instructor who has taught dozens of people how to fly helicopters.
If you would like to do something a bit different we can easily customize this flight to include a mountain landing or a specific point of interest.

What's Included

  • Briefing and demonstration of helicopter systems.
  • Maximum passenger weight of 100KG
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Merton Road
Fernside 7471, New Zealand

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to fly a helicopter then a trial flight is your chance!
During a trial flight our highly experienced flight instructors will guide you step by step through the process from a briefing explaining the controls and how they work, right through to allowing you to take the controls through each stage of flight. All under the close supervision of a qualified flight instructor to keep you safe.
A Helicopter trial flight is a great gift idea for an experience like no other!
Please note, there is a maximum weight for this experience of 100kg. Feel free to contact us if this is an issue and we can look into whether we can provide another option.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Briefing and demonstration of helicopter systems.
The following is NOT included:
  • Maximum passenger weight of 100KG.
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Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Helicopter trial Flight. Have a go at being the pilot will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Briefing and demonstration of helicopter systems.
  • Maximum passenger weight of 100KG

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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