This introductory session pairs you with an FAA Certified Flight Instructor who will be by your side as you pilot the aircraft. Seated on the left in the pilot-in-command position, you’ll feel your heart race and adrenaline surge when you push the throttle and lift off into the wild blue yonder for the first time. There’s no feeling quite like freely ascending into the skies in one of our planes – it’s an unforgettable experience you’ll cherish. Discovery Flights make incredible gifts for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, date nights, and more special occasions. Let Lake Elmo Aero fulfill your dream of flying today!
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Feel the Thrill of Flight!
Have you ever dreamed of piloting a plane and soaring high above the clouds? Our Discovery Flight is your opportunity to turn that dream into an unforgettable reality.
During your 60-minute introductory flight, you’ll take the controls of a Cessna 172 under the guidance of one of our highly experienced instructors. Sitting in the pilot’s seat, you’ll taxi to the runway, power up the engine, speed down the tarmac, and gracefully ascend into the wild blue yonder.
As you bank left and right, watching the world unfold below you, you’ll understand firsthand the exhilaration and freedom of flight. Your instructor will be there to provide coaching and ensure safety, but this is your chance to get a true pilot’s perspective.
After an amazing aerial tour over scenic Lake Elmo, you’ll line up the runway and gently glide back to an incredibly smooth landing. As the wheels kiss the ground, you’ll have huge grin knowing you just piloted an aircraft all by yourself!
What You'll Experience
- Pre-flight ground instruction
- Sitting in the pilot's seat
- Taxiing to the runway
- Executing takeoff and climbing to altitude
- Navigating by sight over Lake Elmo
- Banking left and right turns
- Lining up for landing
- Executing a smooth touchdown