Initially, it's more difficult to learn to control a helicopter. Helicopters are less stable (but not less safe) than airplanes. But once you learn to master the controls of the helicopter, it becomes instinctive. Then, like riding a bicycle, you can control the helicopter almost without thinking. See similar questions...

Initially, an airplane is easier to fly. A helicopter is less stable and will not fly if the pilot takes his or her hands off the controls. However, once you get the feel of it, it is like riding a bicycle - you do it without thinking. See similar questions...

Yes you can! Whether you're on wheels or floats, homebuilt or corporate jet, we have several options for our guests to personally fly North of the border. Floatplanes can fly direct to the lodge, while land-bound planes can either fly right to our floatplane base in Silver Falls, Manitoba, or one of the other local airports. For more information, see our pilot's page. See similar questions...

Being successful with an R/C Helicopter requires dedication and patience. One of the reasons that model helicopters are difficult is because the very first maneuver that you're going to learn is an advanced maneuver... hovering! All "successful" helicopter flights start and end with a hover and that is one of the keys, being able to successfully control your machine in a hover. There are people that have learned to fly a helicopter, at a novice level, in less than a month.. See similar questions...

Most healthy people with correctable eyesight, normal hand-eye coordination, no major health issues, proper motivation, and average or above-average intelligence can be trained to fly a helicopter. Some learn quicker than others. Some exceptions are people with severe motion-sickness problems, certain physical or mental handicaps, or an extreme fear of flying (some fear of flying is normal). A fear of heights is NOT a problem; believe it or not, many pilots are afraid of heights. See similar questions...

SkyVenture Aviation operates Cessna Pilot Centers. The aircraft you learn to fly most likely be a new or late model Cessna 172 SP, also known as a "Skyhawk". As a Cessna Pilot Center, you are guaranteed to have access to a training aircraft less than two years old! See similar questions...

Helicopters are substantially more complex than airplanes and require specialized maintenance. They are inherently more expensive to acquire, maintain and insure. Robinson helicopters are the most cost-effective helicopters available for training. See similar questions...

You should not fly after your 32nd week of pregnancy. Remember to drink plenty of water and to walk about the cabin every 30 minutes. See similar questions...

NO, absolutely NOT! There are many helicopter pilots who have never touched the controls in an airplane and have no interest in learning to fly airplanes. See similar questions...

Not as much as pilots usually expect. Flying a hang glider is very different from flying other aircraft. The difference can be equated to learning to fly a helicopter after learning to fly an airplane. Experience will help your understanding of aerodynamics, control theory, flight planning, and the skill of three dimensional awareness. See similar questions...

Helicopter tuition is carried out in the Robinson R22 Beta, a two seat, piston engine Helicopter. With over 3000 machines produced and 20 years in the training market the R22 is one of the most popular training machines and certainly one of the most reliable. See similar questions...

At the present time there is no official helicopter training program. There are several very highly qualified helicopter pilots in the club who can assist you in getting started. See similar questions...

No, it is not particularly difficult and it is not necessary to learn the fixed wing before you learn the helicopter. You will do most of the actual flying (i.e., handling the various controls) from the beginning be it a helicopter or a fixed wing. See similar questions...

A large part of general aviation flying is done in airplanes that pilots rent at their local airport. Rental fees are normally computed on the basis of specified dollar amount per hour. The fee normally covers everything, including fuel, oil and insurance on the airplane. Aircraft leasing is also a popular method of flying without buying, especially by business organizations. There are tax advantages to buying your own airplane and then leasing it to a flying club. See similar questions...

Ashes cannot be dropped from any of the air tours. You would need to charter a private helicopter or airplane. See similar questions...

In order to maintain a stationary hover, the helicopter must be tilted just a little bit to the right. This is because the tail rotor, in addition to keeping the helicopter pointed in the right direction, also happens to provide a little bit of sideways thrust (after all, it's just a big propeller pointed sideways). To counteract the tail rotor's sideways thrust, the main rotor needs to be tilted slightly to the right. See similar questions...

You will be flying the airplane not only after but also during your first flight lesson under your instructor's supervision! Depending on the wind conditions and your desire, your instructor may even allow you to perform the take-off during your first lesson. After only a few hours of instruction, you will work on communications, navigation, taxiing, taking off, and landing. Learning how to fly is an intense, rewarding experience that all pilots remember fondly. See similar questions...