The ultimate opportunity to take on the skies
in a once-in-a-lifetime helicopter flight
over Southern California – where YOU get to fly!

With guided instruction led by your pilot, take command of the controls and enjoy iconic destinations in a whole new way.

Pricing starts at $897/person

 
 
 

THE FULL EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

  • A flight with your pilot where YOU have the chance to control the aircraft and attempt to complete the Hover Challenge for ultimate bragging rights

  • SFAR 73: Awareness Training and flight control safety briefing 

  • Preflight inspection of your aircraft with your pilot

  • Hangar tour led by your pilot, complete with photo ops

  • Endorsement of your completed flight time

  • Water, coffee, and light snacks

AVAILABLE ROUTES

Choose your flight time and key locations! All Pilot Experiences depart from Long Beach Airport.

 

60-Minute Pilot Experiences

  • LA Coast: Long Beach Harbor and Palos Verdes

  • Cityscape: DTLA and Hollywood

  • OC Coast: Redondo and Laguna Beach

90-Minute Pilot Experience

  • Cityscape: Dodgers Stadium, Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Palos Verdes

  • OC Coast: South Redondo, Laguna Beach, Palos Verdes, and more

 

While we try to accommodate every request for routes, please note that day-of availability is weather dependent.

 
 
 

All Pilot Experience participants receive: 

  • Pilot Experience T-shirt

  • Flight Logbook

  • Pilot Experience Badge and Lanyard

  • Rogue Aviation Wings Pin

  • Rogue Aviation Stickers

  • Pilot Experience Certificate of Completion 

  • And if you complete the Hover Challenge, you’ll get a T-shirt for that, too!

Sounds incredible, right?
Trust us, you won’t want to miss this.

 
 
 

R22

Our smallest helicopter! Seats one person with their pilot.

60 MIN - $897/person
90 min - $1,179/person

Weight restrictions apply to 90-min flights.

R44 

Our mid-sized helicopter! Seats three people with their pilot.

60 min - $1,197/person
90 min - $1,697/person

Want to bring a guest while you complete your flight? They can join in the fun for $99/person! Merch and hands-on flight experience not included. Weight restrictions apply.

R66

Our largest, most powerful and fastest helicopter!

60 min - $1,997/person
90 min - $2,597/person

Want to bring up to two guests while you complete your flight? They can join in the fun for $99/person! Merch and hands-on flight experience not included. Weight restrictions apply.

 

Flight Upgrades

ENHANCED EXPERIENCE

For an additional $99 on any flight, you can experience advanced procedures: an autorotation, hover auto, and a quick stop!

GOPRO FOOTAGE UPGRADE

For an additional $75 on any flight, we’ll record your experience with a GoPro and provide you with the raw footage!

LUNCH PACKAGES

Interested in making a day of it? Inquire for our lunch package options from local vendors!

FAQ

THE BASICS

  • While we fly all ages at Rogue, we recommend guests who are over the age of 14 and can follow directions well for the Pilot Experience. 

    To fly safely, each helicopter has a specific weight limit. Passenger weight verification may be required. Customers found to be over this seat limit will not be able to fly and will be charged the full cost of the flight. By booking a Pilot Experience, you acknowledge that no passenger in your group is 300 pounds or more. In the event that any passenger is overweight by 15 pounds or more, there will be additional fees charged. 

    See our Terms and Conditions for complete details.

  • The Rogue Aviation team prides itself on safety; it's one of our core values! That’s why each experience meets FAA guidelines and our own safety standards. Every flight undergoes complete safety checks and briefings led by our experienced Rogue Certified Flight Instructors. 

  • Give us a call at (949) 529-1142 or complete our form at the bottom of this page, and we’ll be in touch.

  • Want to fly solo? Absolutely! Want to bring your partner, team, or bridal party? We can do that too! Our experiences can accommodate up to 8-10 people. We’re happy to customize an experience for you and your group.

  • Pricing starts at $897 per person, with upgrades and add-ons available.

  • Absolutely! Complete our form or give us a call at (949) 529-1142.

 

PREPARING FOR MY EXPERIENCE

  • None! You don’t need to understand the inner workings of a helicopter or have previous flight training of any kind. All you need is excitement and a willingness to try something new! Trust us, this will be worth it!

  • While motion sickness is very rare during our tours, our Pilot Experiences include hovering and, if participants choose to upgrade with the enhanced experience option, autorotations, quick stops, and more.

    It is possible to experience motion sickness during these events.

  • We encourage you to dress comfortably. You won't want to wear any restrictive clothing. We also ask that all participants wear closed-toed shoes. (No sandals or flip-flops.)

  • All Pilot Experiences depart from Long Beach Airport.

  • You will need a valid, government-issued photo ID or passport to enter the airfield.

  • Because safety is our number one value, we will not hesitate to cancel a Pilot Experience if weather becomes a concern. In the event of adverse weather, Temporary Flight Restrictions, or unforeseen maintenance, Pilot Experiences may be rebooked by Rogue Aviation at no additional charge.

  • Guests are permitted to reschedule or cancel up to 48 hours before their Pilot Experience departure time for a rescheduling fee of $50 and a cancellation fee of $100.

    A no-show will result in a total charge in the full amount of the Experience.

 

WHAT’S NEXT?

  • Absolutely not. However, you will have completed your first official flight lesson, and we would love to continue your flight training at Rogue Aviation!

  • It really depends on the type of woodchuck and the species of wood. Also, in what period of time are you specifically wondering about? Basically, we’ll need more info to truly answer your question.