Helicopter flight over East Lyon (69)

Activity description :

Discover the jewel in the crown of the Rhône department on a helicopter flight. Climb aboard and let your pilot guide you as you enjoy the sensations and the view. You'll be able to take photos and ask the pilot questions!

Lyon, ideal for a helicopter flight:

With its 1.3 million inhabitants, Lyon is one of France's largest cities. You'll be able to enjoy not only the city's monuments, but also the surrounding villages and wine-growing estates as you fly up the Rhône.

The helicopter you'll fly in:

• The Robinson R44: it has a total capacity of 4 people, including the pilot. Its speed can easily reach 180 km/h, and its light weight makes it very maneuverable.

A word about your pilot and the support team:

The support team is made up of a flight director, 2 professional pilots and a support team to take care of logistics and support, and to answer any questions you may have.

Course of your helicopter flight in Lyon :

Before take-off:

• You'll be met by the team and your pilot at the airfield, in a private area specially set aside for your flight.
• You'll be given a safety briefing and an explanation of how your flight will work.
• You'll then put on a radio headset, which will enable you to muffle the noise of the helicopter's blades and communicate with each other during the flight.

During your flight :

• You will be invited to take a seat in the helicopter cabin before the side doors close. You will then take off vertically, which is specific to helicopters.
• You'll then enjoy the scenery as seen from the sky, and the incredible sensations of flight.
• You'll land gently in the designated area, and receive a diploma as a souvenir of the moment.

The different flights on offer:

• The 20-minute flight: Villefranche sur Saône, Anse, Genay.
• 30-minute flight : Trévoux, Villefranche sur Saône, Château de Montmelas, (Nord Lyonnais), Chazay d'Azergues, Lissieu, St Germain en Mont d'Or.
• The 40-minute flight: Around Lyon (Grézieu la Varenne, Mornant, Grigny, Bron, Décines-Charpieu, Miribel, Genay, Limonest, Charbonnières les Bains, Chaponost).
• 60-minute flight: Bron, St Exupéry airport, Crémieu cité Médiévale, Villefranche sur Saône, La Tour de Salvagny, Charbonnières les Bains, Chaponost, Brignais.

A helicopter flight experience in Lyon is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! It's also the ideal gift for a special occasion.