R44 Demo Flight • 15 Minute Flight Lesson

R44 Demo Flight • 15 Minute Flight Lesson

$219 • All Ages • Up to 3 Passengers

The perfect introductory helicopter lesson for you and your friends — train up front while they enjoy a scenic ride in the back.

Overview

• Total Duration: ~1 hour
• Flight Lesson: 15 minutes in Robinson R44
• Simulator Session: 15 minutes
• Meeting Point: 3213 Airflite Way, Long Beach, CA 90807
• Group Size: Up to 3 passengers

About This Experience

The R44 Demo Flight is ideal if you want to experience flight training together with friends or family. The Robinson R44 seats up to three people — you take the controls up front with an instructor while your passengers enjoy the views from the rear seats. After a 15-minute simulator introduction, take to the skies for a 15-minute instructor-led flight lesson over Long Beach, learning real helicopter handling techniques in a safe and fun environment.

What’s Included

• SFAR 73 Awareness Training Endorsement (signed by CFI)
• 15-minute simulator training
• 15-minute instructional flight in the R44
• Signed certificate with loggable flight time
• Pre-flight safety briefing

Itinerary

1. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time
2. Check-in and ID verification, liability waiver
3. FAA SFAR Awareness Training with your instructor
4. 15-minute guided simulator session
5. Safety briefing and aircraft introduction
6. 15-minute flight lesson in the R44 over Long Beach
7. Receive your signed certificate — counts toward a pilot license

Highlights

• Train in a stable, powerful 4-seat Robinson R44 helicopter
• Bring up to 2 passengers to enjoy the flight with you
• Hands-on control time with a certified flight instructor
• Flight hours count toward future helicopter license requirements
• A perfect first step into the world of aviation

What to Bring

• Valid government ID
• Closed-toe shoes (required)
• Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses recommended

Special Requirements

For U.S. Citizens

• One demo flight allowed without citizenship verification
• Additional lessons require a U.S. passport or birth certificate

For Non-U.S. Citizens

• One demo flight allowed without TSA background check
• Further training requires TSA clearance

Restrictions

• Individual weight limit: 300 lbs (136 kg)
• Combined group limit: 580 lbs (263 kg)
• No refunds if weight limits are exceeded — verification may occur at check-in
• Strict zero alcohol / zero drugs policy

Safety & Weather

• 100% safety record
• Flights may be rescheduled due to weather, TFRs, or maintenance
• No customer liability for weather-related cancellations

Cancellation Policy

• 90% refund with more than 72 hours’ notice
• 50% refund with 48–72 hours’ notice
• No refund inside 48 hours
• 1 complimentary reschedule (24+ hours’ notice)
• $100 rescheduling fee inside 24 hours
• No-shows charged full price

Meeting Point

3213 Airflite Way
Long Beach, CA 90807
Located at Anthelion Helicopters’ private facility at Long Beach Airport (not the main terminal).

Why Choose This Experience?

This demo flight is the most accessible way to try helicopter flying with friends. Enjoy hands-on control time in the R44, share the experience with passengers, and earn real loggable minutes toward your future pilot training.