Helicopter Flight Experience in Granges

Discover helicopter flying in Switzerland

First of all, air transport is extremely safe today. Therefore, you enjoy this experience with complete confidence. At the same time, you enter the exciting aviation world. Book your Helicopter initiation in Granges now.

Welcome and clear theoretical briefing

Upon arrival, your instructor warmly welcomes you. Then, he explains the full schedule of the activity. First, you attend a short theoretical lesson. It covers aerodynamics and helicopter flight principles. Thus, you understand how a helicopter flies.

Aircraft inspection and cockpit introduction

Next, you walk together to the helicopter on the apron. You perform a full technical inspection. Each critical point is clearly explained. Afterwards, you board the helicopter confidently. You sit in the right seat, the pilot position.

Hands-on flying with expert supervision

The instructor presents all cockpit instruments. Then, the engine starts and the rotor spins. Helicopter flying requires precision and coordination. You practice hovering, climbing and turning. The instructor assists you through dual controls.

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Initiation on a helicopter from GRANGES – ROBINSON RH22 – From CHF 513.00
Helicopter initiation - GRANGES, Pilot yourself, Piloter un hélicoptère
CHF 513.00

From Grenchen airfield in the canton of Solothurn, you have chosen an introductory flight on the ROBINSON RH22.

The ROBINSON RH22 can carry two people. With its piston engine, it is extremely reliable and is probably one of the best-selling models among private customers.

Our instructor will welcome you at Grenchen airfield. First your instructor gives you a quick introduction to helicopter flying.
Then join your helicopter on the tarmac. It shows you which mechanical parts of the helicopter you need to control to fly safely.
Then you climb aboard and take the right-hand seat, since you’re the pilot. Your instructor sits on your left and explains the function of each dial on the instrument panel. Contact us! You’re cleared for takeoff, and the rotor reaches 520 rpm. Using your left hand, you activate the general pitch and gently take off in a hover. You will now perform several maneuvers under the watchful eye of your instructor, who is in dual control.

At Grenchen airfield we have 3 different types of helicopter for introductory flying lessons. Don’t hesitate to call us if you have any questions.

We offer introductory helicopter flights from Berne-Belp international airport. We also offer helicopter training from Speck-Fehraltorf airfield. We also offer introductory flights from the Épagny airfield in the canton of Fribourg. On the one hand, we offer introductory helicopter flights from Buttwil in the canton of Aargau. We also offer introductory helicopter flights near Lucerne, departing from the Pfaffnau heliport. We also offer training in Liechtenstein, departing from Balzers heliport. We also offer introductory helicopter flights from Sitterdorf airfield in eastern Switzerland. There are also introductory helicopter flights from the St. Moritz heliports. From St. Moritz and Untervaz, and from Samedan airfield. We also offer introductory helicopter flights in Ticino, departing from Locarno-Magadino and Lodrino.

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Initiation on a helicopter from GRANGES – ROBINSON RH44 – From CHF 710.00
Aeronautical center in Switzerland, Helicopter initiation - GRANGES, Pilot yourself, Piloter un hélicoptère
CHF 710.00

From Granges aerodrome, you can opt for an introduction to the ROBINSON RH44.

The ROBINSON RH44, identified by the chimney on the airframe, is a helicopter designed to accommodate three passengers in addition to the pilot. For this adventure, one passenger can climb aboard free of charge with you, the pilot.

First, your instructor gives a brief theory lesson on the principles of helicopter flight. Then, together, you head for the helicopter parked on the tarmac. A technical inspection of the unit is carried out, focusing on essential components. Once the checks have been successfully completed, you climb aboard and take the controls. After receiving take-off clearance from the control tower, you use your left hand to regulate the overall pitch, turning the rotor faster and faster before taking off. Initially hovering, you gradually adjust the control stick to gain horizontal speed and move forward.

We offer helicopter flying courses from Bern-Belp airport, as well as from Speck-Fehraltorf airfield in the canton of Zurich. We also organize introductory helicopter flights from Épagny en Gruyère, in the canton of Fribourg. In addition, introductory helicopter flights are available from Buttwil airfield in Canton Aargau, and from Pfaffnau heliport in Canton Lucerne. For those located in Liechtenstein, we offer training sessions at Balzers heliport. In addition, we offer helicopter introductory courses from Sitterdorf airfield in eastern Switzerland, and helicopter introductory flights from St. Moritz heliport. St. Moritz and Untervaz in Graubünden. You can also take part in introductory helicopter flights from the Samedan airfield. Finally, in Ticino, introductory helicopter flights are available from Lodrino and Locarno.

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