A Trial Flight, often called an introductory flight, is just what it sounds like: A flight that allows a person that's never been flying to try it out for the first time. Trial Flights are often offered at a discounted rate, and they’re a great option for someone who wonders if they should get a private pilot's license.
People take Trial Flights to learn what it’s like to fly, see if it's something they might want to pursue, and sometimes just to see the area up from the sky. Trial Flight is usually a short flight with a certified flight instructor and includes your participation. If you've never flown before, you might be wondering what to expect.
During a typical first flight, you'll brief for about 15-20 minutes, fly for 30 minutes or an hour, and then you’ll want to allow time for photos in front of the airplane, and to chat with the pilot if you have any questions or if you decide to go to the next step and begin flight training. The entire experience usually takes between one and two hours.
In the Trail Flight you can probably fly over your house if you live around the General Flying area. It's a typical thing to do during a Trial Flight. You may also see local landmarks, nearby lakes, towns, and cities. If you have a specific place you want to see from the air, just let your pilot know before the Flight. If it’s within range and doesn’t violate any airspace restrictions, they’re usually happy to oblige.
Most importantly, Trial Flights will be fun. They're usually a low-key, relaxed flight in which you'll see the sights, take in the elements of flight and learn a thing or two about flying an airplane. Take time to enjoy it.
After the Trail Flight instructor will be eager to share the joy of flight with you. He or she might tell you more about what to expect during flight training, how to go about getting a pilot's license, and will gladly answer your questions about flying. The instructor will probably share with you the next steps if you decide that you do want to come