What is it like to fly: Flight Experience

Embarking on a flight experience is a captivating journey where you, as the pilot, become intimately engaged with every aspect of aircraft operation. From the moment you taxi from the hangar to the holding point, you’re setting the stage for an exhilarating adventure. The process of maneuvering onto the runway and positioning for departure requires precision and attentiveness, offering a hands-on introduction to the complexities of flight.

As you advance to take-off, you’ll feel the aircraft responding to your commands, lifting off the ground and climbing into the sky. This phase is a thrilling blend of anticipation and achievement, as you gain altitude and begin to enjoy the expansive views. Flying through the skies provides a unique perspective on the world below, with every turn and adjustment contributing to a dynamic and immersive experience.

Throughout the flight, you’ll be actively involved in managing the aircraft’s various systems and navigation, learning about the intricacies of aerodynamics and the importance of coordination. Each moment in the air is filled with opportunities to refine your skills and deepen your understanding of flight mechanics.

Finally, the descent and landing offer a gratifying conclusion to your flight experience. The precision required to safely bring the aircraft back to the ground provides a sense of accomplishment and closure to your journey.

In summary, a flight experience is more than just a ride—it’s an engaging and educational adventure. You’ll discover the excitement of piloting an aircraft, the challenges of maneuvering through the skies, and the joy of mastering the art of flying. Every aspect of the flight contributes to an unforgettable experience, making it an adventure you’ll treasure and want to relive.

Here’s Ian enjoying a flight in a gyroplane for his 75th birthday – what a way to celebrate!

Barry flew the Jabiru 230 plane for his 80th birthday – a special treat organised by his family. Can you see yourself celebrating the same way?

Here’s some videos of student pilot, Louise, as she takes on the exciting challenge of learning to fly a gyroplane.

Feeling adventurous?

Here’s a series of videos to show off the amazing flight capabilities of the gyroplane.

Let’s start with what we call the vertical descent:

Here’s a circuit loop from take off and climb out to landing with a simulated engine failure – it’s OK, we land safely of course, because it’s a gyroplane!

Here’s some fun we had when we took the doors off the Cavalon and went flying over the mangroves north of Parafield Airport.