Helicopter Trial Flight in Locarno

Experience helicopter flying in Ticino

First of all, air transport ranks among the safest travel methods. Therefore, you start your helicopter adventure with confidence. In Locarno, you enjoy a initiation helicopter. Moreover, you take control of the aircraft yourself. As a result, you fulfil a lifelong aviation dream.

Briefing and preparation

An experienced instructor welcomes you personally. Afterwards, he explains the basics of aerodynamics. Then, he focuses on helicopter-specific features. Together, you inspect the helicopter carefully. Thus, you ensure optimal safety before take-off.

Your helicopter initiation

You sit in the pilot’s right-hand seat. The instructor explains every cockpit instrument clearly. Next, you start the turbine and the rotor accelerates. Gradually, you control cyclic, pedals and collective. In addition, you practise hovering and smooth turns. Your instructor assists you with dual controls throughout. Finally, you offer this helicopter initiation as a unique gift. It perfectly suits birthdays or retirement celebrations. Consequently, you create unforgettable memories above Ticino with a initiation helicopter from Locarno.

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Introduction to a helicopter from LOCARNO – CABRI G2 – CHF 550.00
Helicopter initiation - LOCARNO, Pilot yourself, Piloter un hélicoptère
CHF 550.00

Departing from Locarno airfield in the canton of Solothurn, you opt for an introduction to the CABRI G2, a wonderfully manoeuvrable helicopter.

The two-person CABRI G2 boasts exceptional reliability thanks to its piston engine. It remains one of the most popular choices for private customers.

When you arrive at Locarno airfield, your instructor will give you a warm welcome. After a brief introduction to helicopter flight, you’ll head for the helicopter on the tarmac. The instructor shows you the essential mechanical parts for safe flying. Once on board, you take the pilot’s seat on the right. The instructor sits on the left and explains each dial on the instrument panel. Contact us!
Clearance for takeoff is given, and the rotor reaches 530 rpm. You activate the general pitch with your left hand, and take off smoothly in a hover. Under the watchful eye of your dual-control instructor, you perform a variety of maneuvers.

At Locarno airfield, we offer two types of helicopter for introductory flying courses. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

We offer introductory helicopter flights and cover various regions of Switzerland. From Bern-Belp, Speck-Fehraltorf and Épagny. And from Freiburg, Buttwil, Pfaffnau, Grenchen and Balzers in Liechtenstein. We also offer introductory flights in Eastern Switzerland from Sitterdorf, St. Moritz and St. Moritz. St. Moritz, Untervaz, and Samedan. In Ticino, you can take advantage of our flights from Lodrino. For further information, please contact us.

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Helicopter initiation from LOCARNO – COLIBRI H120 – From CHF 830.00
Helicopter initiation - LOCARNO, Pilot yourself, Piloter un hélicoptère
CHF 830.00

In Locarno, discover the COLIBRI H120, a 5-seater helicopter with a turboshaft engine, during a helicopter flight test.

The COLIBRI H120 is a comfortable helicopter. It flies silently and can carry up to 700 kg at sea level.

Welcomed by our instructor, you inspect the helicopter, then take a seat on the right and discover the instrument panel. The turboshaft starts up, and the rotor spins to 410 rpm. Under the instructor’s supervision, you take off smoothly after clearance from the control tower. You gain in confidence.

Contact us if you have any questions about helicopter flight lessons in Locarno-Magadino. We’ll be happy to help.

We cover various Swiss regions for introductory helicopter flights. On the one hand, we are in Bern-Belp and Speck-Fehraltorf in the canton of Zurich. We also offer introductory helicopter flights from Épagny, Fribourg and Buttwil airfields. But also from the Pfaffnau heliport in the canton of Lucerne. In addition, we offer training from Grenchen airfield in the canton of Solothurn. And at Balzers heliport in Liechtenstein. Also in eastern Switzerland, from Sitterdorf, St. Gallen and St. Gallen. In St. Moritz, Untervaz, Samedan, and in Ticino from Lodrino. For further information, please contact us.

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