DISCOVER YOUR LOVE FOR FLYING!

Whether you want to be a pilot or just want to say you’ve flown a helicopter, our Discovery Flights are your opportunity to experience the controls first hand. For most, this 30-60 minute Discovery Flight is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! You’ll get your first taste of flying with one of our CFI’s right by your side. We’re here to answer any questions and guide you in your aviation discovery.

Run through pre-flight and landing prep
Take control and fly the aircraft
Receive a FREE logbook to track your flights
1 hour of endorsed flying time towards a pilot’s license

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We are so excited to fly with you!

Here's a little more information about your Discovery Flight:

When it comes to flight training, our flight school is going rogue against the status quo and ensuring that our pilots in training receive the highest quality education available! At Rogue Aviation, we’ve developed a philosophy toward training that puts safety at the forefront of everything we do.

REviews

READ WHY OUR STUDENTS CHOOSE US over the other flight schools in the area.

Whether you're looking for a CFI to teach you how to fly, a helicopter refresher course, or an area knowledgeable pilot to fly your photoshoot, James at Rogue Aviation should be your first choice!

Brianna J.

This was an experience of a lifetime and I would definitely do it again, thank you for the indelible memory!

Eduardo P.

Flew an hour demo flight with Pilot Instructor Kevin Major. Awesome experience and would recommend it to anyone who'd like to understand more about industry and becoming a pilot.

Julius B.

Top notch people here, no question. James (CFI) has always been thorough, pragmatic, and kind. He helped me earn my license and has consistently reinforced good habits and procedures.

Harvard Y.

Never being in a helicopter let alone flying one was the most amazing experience. I was nervous at first but my instructor John was awesome. Very friendly and calm!

Justin S.

What an incredible experience from booking to landing! A must to "check off your bucket list"!! As soon as we landed, I wanted to think about when we could do this again!!

Flo B.

FAQs

Discovery Flight Questions

Will I get to use the controls? . . .

Absolutely! Our helicopters have two sets of controls for both the instructor and student. Your CFI will be right there with you.

Can I schedule my discovery flight at night? . . .

No! We need daylight for better visual referencing. That means maximum safety for you!

Can I bring a friend? . . .

Yes! You can bring a friend or loved one along for the ride in our R44 and R66 helicopters.

Will my discovery flight count towards my flight hours? . . .

Yes! You can document your hours in your flight logbook.

Will I have time to ask questions about becoming a pilot? . . .

Absolutely! We factor in extra time for your CFI to answer all your questions. We recommend checking out our complete FAQ page before your flight adventure.

Can I take photos or video my discovery? . . .

Definitely! You are more than welcome to bring a GoPro along for the ride. We can also provide one at an additional charge.

How much is a Discovery Flight? . . .

We have 30 and 60 minute options, as well as options to fly in the R22 (2-seater) or the R44 (4-seater for friends!)

R22 Discovery Flight for 30 mins is $165
R22 Discovery Flight for 60 mins is $329
R44 Discovery Flight for 30 mins is $290
R44 Discovery Flight for 60 mins is $579

General Questions

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR ME TO GET MY LICENSE? . . .

That depends on you! People have done it in as little as 3-4 months (very rare) and have taken as long as two years or more! The amount of time you’re willing and able to put into your training and your studying will directly impact the length of the process. The average person gets it done in 6-12 months.

I HEARD THAT I ONLY HAD TO HAVE 40 HOURS OF FLIGHT TIME TO GET MY LICENSE. IS THAT TRUE? . . .

The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) requires a minimum of 40 hours of flight time. However, they also require that your CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) endorses you to be able to take the Written and Practical Standards Test to get your license. Your CFI ensures that your knowledge and abilities enable you to safely and competently ﬂy the aircraft before you take your test. In other words, the FAA won’t let your CFI sign off on you before 40 hours, but they won’t sign off on you until you’re ready! The average student has 55-85 hours before they go for their Private Pilot’s License (PPL) checkride.

DO YOU GUYS DO FIXED-WING TRAINING AS WELL? . . .

Not at this time! It's a possibility in the future, but until then, we recommend checking out Pacific Flight Aviation! PFA shares the same flight school values that we do and are conveniently located across the hall from our office.

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Call us or text us 949-529-1142

3183 Airway Ave. Building F, Suite 111, Costa Mesa, CA 92626