Introduction to aircraft piloting in Aix-en-Provence (13)

Activity description :

1. 1 hour30 minutes
2. From 12 years old
3. French

Treat yourself to a privileged moment in the sky on an introductory flight departing from the Aix les Milles aerodrome. You'll love the thrill of flight, and the magnificent scenery you'll fly over.

Aix-en-Provence, the perfect spot to discover flying

Take to the skies and discover the magnificent landscapes of Provence as you fly over the town of Aix-en-Provence and Mont Sainte-Victoire. You'll also have the chance to fly over the region's lavender fields.

Course of the flight :

• Welcome at the airfield and ground briefing
• Boarding and take-off by the pilot
• Take control and learn the basics
• Landing by the pilot

Several options are available:

• Initiation solo (25 mn): briefing on the ground, take-off by the pilot, taking control and discovering the 3 axes of flight, 25 mn in the pilot's shoes, landing by the pilot.
• Duo initiation (25 mn x 2): 50 minutes to be shared as a duo with an observer position.

Aircraft:

• The Cessna 152: very often used by flying schools, it guarantees unrivalled flying comfort. Equipped with a 110hp engine, it can cruise at 200 km/h and accommodate 2 people.
• Piper PA28 : single-engine, low-wing piston aircraft. It features a tricycle landing gear and a single door on the co-pilot's side. Also four-seat, it's ideal for introductory flying courses.
• The Cessna 182 : a touring aircraft designed to accommodate 3 passengers in addition to the pilot. Equipped with a 230hp engine, it's ideal for discovery flights for several people. More voluminous, it will be offered to you if you are over 1.95m tall or weigh more than 95kg, at extra cost.

Treat yourself not just to a first flight, but to a real flying lesson with a pilot instructor. This flight to discover the sensations of flying could well get you hooked... And just in case you decide to go for a Pilot's License, your hour of initiation will count!