What happens during a discovery flight?

What happens during a discovery flight?

The instructor will explain the plan for the flight, review the weather, and tell you about the aircraft. Then, you and your instructor will complete a safety walk around the airplane, giving you a chance to get a closer look at the aircraft and ask any questions you may have.

How do I get a good discovery flight?

Five tips for better introductory flights

1. Don’t go cheap.
2. Make it an experience.
3. Assign your best people.
4. See the introductory flight as just part of your sales cycle.
5. Ask for the sale!

Does a discovery flight count towards flight hours?

A typical discovery flight would include 1 hour in the airplane, plus 2 hours of time with a Certified Flight Instructor (1 hour in the airplane, plus 1 hour on the ground). Take a look at our current aircraft and instructor rates. The cost is always determined after the flight is completed, based on actual time flown.

What do you wear to a discovery flight?

A: You should wear comfortable clothes. During the winter it might be a little chilly, so wear a sweater or a coat. In the summer, please wear lightweight clothing that is comfortable because it can get a little warm during the flight. There are no air conditioners in the training planes.

Can I log my discovery flight?

Yes you can log it, you can log whatever you wish. Bring your logbook with you and have the CFI fill it out after the flight!

What should I wear on a discovery flight?

How old do you need to be for a discovery flight?

Discovery flights are best suited to students age 15 and up, but younger students are welcome and encouraged. Students under age 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian. There are no age restrictions to begin flight training.

How much does a discovery flight cost?

Flights last around 20 minutes and are conducted in our four-seat Cessna 172 aircraft. The cost is $100 and two additional people may ride in the back for an additional $25 each.

How old do you have to be for a discovery flight?

How long is a discovery flight?

Discovery Flights Usually Take 1-2 Hours The entire experience usually takes between one and two hours.

Can you log a discovery flight as dual given?

You can give one intro flight, but after that, you have to fulfill the TSA requirements of verifying US Citizenship or been vetted.

What do you need to know about the Discovery flight?

The Discovery Flight consists of one hour of uninterrupted airtime with a highly knowledgeable and personable flight instructor. It’s their duty to guide you through a series of pre-flight activities to help you understand some basic flying principles, including:

How much horsepower does a discovery plane have?

These airplanes are typically 200 horsepower or less and cruise between 100-150 knots. These aircraft are meant for flight training and are safe, reliable airplanes for discovery flights.

Do you want to be a discovery pilot?

Inflight’s Discovery Flight Program will help you soar to greater heights. Do you want experience the feeling of flying through the sky in your very own plane? Now you can with Inflight’s Discovery Flight.

Who is the pilot in command on Discovery flight?

Inflight’s Discovery Flight is an introductory flying session, in which you’re paired with a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and allowed to pilot your own plane under their supervision. Throughout the session, you will be seated on the left, also known as the pilot-in-command seat as you take flight.