Every pilot has a first flight.
Take the controls. Start your journey.
Experience general aviation from the pilot's seat and get a firsthand look at what professional flight training is really like. It's the perfect introduction, whether you're exploring aviation for the first time or considering it as a career.
Getting started
Your first step into aviation
A Discovery Flight is more than a scenic ride. You'll spend time with a Certified Flight Instructor learning about the aircraft, preparing for the flight, and experiencing the fundamentals of flying.
Your instructor will guide you through the experience from the ground to the air, explaining the aircraft and introducing you to the basic principles of flight. When conditions and circumstances permit, you'll have the opportunity to take the controls and experience the aircraft under the supervision of your instructor.
The experience
What your Discovery Flight includes
01
Preflight orientation
An introduction to the aircraft, cockpit, flight instruments, controls, and basic aircraft systems.
02
Aircraft preflight
Learn how pilots prepare an aircraft for flight and why a thorough preflight inspection matters.
03
One-on-one flight instruction
Fly with a Certified Flight Instructor who guides you through the fundamentals and answers your questions throughout.
04
Hands on flight experience
Experience the aircraft from the pilot's seat and, when appropriate, assist with basic flight controls and maneuvers under supervision.
05
Post flight consultation
Sit down with your instructor to discuss your experience, answer questions, and explore your options for continuing training.
In the aircraft
What you'll experience
Your Discovery Flight may include an introduction to the following.
You may be introduced to
- ＋ Aircraft controls and instrumentation
- ＋ Basic aerodynamics and principles of flight
- ＋ Preflight procedures
- ＋ Taxi operations
- ＋ Takeoff procedures
- ＋ Straight-and-level flight
- ＋ Basic turns
- ＋ Climbs and descents
- ＋ Traffic pattern operations
- ＋ Landing procedures
- ＋ Pilot responsibilities and cockpit procedures
Who it's for
Is a Discovery Flight right for you?
A Discovery Flight is ideal for anyone considering the following. No previous flight experience is required.
Ideal if you're considering
- ＋ Becoming a private pilot
- ＋ Pursuing aviation as a career
- ＋ Beginning professional flight training
- ＋ Exploring general aviation
- ＋ Experiencing flight from the pilot's perspective
- ＋ Determining whether flight training is the right fit
No previous flight experience is required.
Where it leads
Your path starts here.
If you decide to continue after your Discovery Flight, your instructor can walk you through the next steps toward becoming a pilot. Depending on your aviation goals, we can assist you in progressing through your Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot Certificate, while also helping you develop the knowledge, experience, and proficiency needed at each stage of your training.
Choosing the right flight school is a crucial step in your aviation journey. From your first flight, you will have the chance to meet your instructor, familiarize yourself with the aircraft, and experience our training approach firsthand. We are committed to providing quality instruction, maintaining high standards, and building the skills that will benefit you throughout your flying career.