Private Helicopter Trial Flight in Kaikōura

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter?

Our YouFly trial flight is great just for fun, or could be the first step towards a new career.

Taking off from the heli-pads, you will get the opportunity to fly the helicopter with an experienced instructor who will guide you through the take-off, hovering, flight and landing phases of co piloting our Robinson R44 Helicopter. Upon completion of the trial flight, we will return back to the heli-pads where you will be awarded your trial flight certificate.

Allow for 45 minutes to an hour for the whole experience from safety briefing/ flight/ to debrief.

Please note:

WEIGHT LIMIT applies

HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 155CM

Robinson R44 helicopter for a 20-minute flight with a Qualified instructor beside you.

Flight instructor and participant are seated in front seats.

No additional passengers can be carried on this flight.

We are a division of GCH Aviation, Certified operators of a CAA part 141 Certificate

Instructions are given in English

• Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the controls of a helicopter? Our YouFly trial flight is great just for fun, or could be the first step towards a new career. Taking off from the heli-pads, you will get the opportunity to fly the helicopter with an experienced instructor who will guide you through the take-off, hovering, flight and landing phases of co piloting our Robinson R44 Helicopter. Upon completion of the trial flight, we will return back to the heli-pads where you will be awarded your trial flight certificate. Allow for 45 minutes to an hour for the whole experience from safety briefing/ flight/ to debrief. Please note: WEIGHT LIMIT applies HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 155CM Robinson R44 helicopter for a 20-minute flight with a Qualified instructor beside you. Flight instructor and participant are seated in front seats. No additional passengers can be carried on this flight. We are a division of GCH Aviation, Certified operators of a CAA part 141 Certificate Instructions are given in English

Experience the exhilaration of flying a helicopter in the capable hands of a professional instructor. This unique experience is only available in our region with us.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate