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Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required

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Learn how to fly a plane in New Orleans on an exhilarating 50-minute flying lesson that includes sights of the mighty Mississippi River, the historical French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome! The must-do experience includes 20 minutes of pre-flight ground instruction, followed by 30 minutes in the air under the watchful eye of the pilot — an instructor certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Help control the plane during takeoff and landing, and enjoy your airborne time to take control and maneuver the plane through the skies! No license or prior experience is necessary.
  • Live commentary
  • Professional commercial pilot certified by the FAA with 20,000 hours of combined experience
  • You must call supplier 12 hrs in advance to confirm time & observer (add'l fee req., max. 2 allowed)
  • 20 minutes of ground instruction
  • 30 minutes of dual flight time
  • First Flight Certificate
  • Instructor Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Observer
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6575 Stars and Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126, USA We will depart from 6575 Stars & Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126. Our offices are located between Gates 6 & 7 on Stars & Stripes Blvd. Drive past the terminal towards the marina. Enter through Gate 6.

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6575 Stars and Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126, USA We will depart from 6575 Stars & Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126. Our offices are located between Gates 6 & 7 on Stars & Stripes Blvd. Drive past the terminal towards the marina. Enter through Gate 6.

  • French Quarter, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
    You will get to see the highlights of the French Quarter as you fly over it during your airplane lesson.
  • Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
    You will get a great view of both the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and neighboring Smoothie King Center as you fly over New Orleans.
  • Mississippi River, Louisiana, United States
    You will have the chance to follow the Mississippi for a little bit as it winds through New Orleans.
  • New Orleans Aerial Tours & Flight Training, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
    This is your starting and ending point for your tours, located at Lakefront Airport in New Orleans.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: you must call supplier 12 hours in advance of travel date to confirm a flight time and observer attendance (additional observer fee to be paid, maximum of 2 observers allowed), observers are not guaranteed unless they have been confirmed prior to date of travel.
  • Minimum age is 10 years to enjoy a lesson, minimum age is 5 years to be an observer.
  • A minimum of 1 person per booking is allowed per lesson. An additional passenger may be added as an observer for an additional fee (must contact supplier).
  • A maximum of 3 people per booking (includes observers).
  • Dress code is weather dependent; there is no air conditioning in the summer months.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed on the aircraft.
  • There are no restrooms on board.
  • No large bags are allowed on the aircraft, only small purses and bags.
  • This lesson is not recommended for those who are prone to motion sickness, please take the necessary precautions as refunds will not be provided in matters regarding these situations. Pregnant women are recommended to speak with their physician before flying.
  • All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking, the combined weight must not exceed 450 lbs and no individual can exceed 300 lbs.
  • You will be required to sign a safety waiver before take-off.
  • Flight time is defined as the time from engine start to engine shutdown. This includes the time it takes to get from the ramp to the runway and back, before and after takeoff and landing.
  • You will be required to provide photo ID at time of arrival.
  • In the event of a unique weather situation, we will reschedule at no charge to you to another date and time within two weeks of the original booking, so please have an alternate date and time in mind. Refunds are not available if a flight must be rescheduled due to weather conditions.
  • Fuel surcharges may apply.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
P8133QMmonicam
25 Jun 2025
My husband always wanted to feel what it’s like to fly an airplane. He loves flying. The people who work here are the nicest people and very professional. His pilot Ashley was great. She took her time explaining everything and made sure all our questions were answered. Only my husband flew, I stayed back and took pictures of the takeoff off and landing and many others. She let him do a lot of flying and my husband couldn’t have been any happier. Now he wants to go again. The lady that worked at the front desk also could not have been anymore kind. She kept me informed about where the plane was and when it would be landing so I could be out there to get all the great pictures. Highly recommended this to anyone that’s thinking about it.
James_C
14 Dec 2024
If you want to take control, here is your chance! Fly around and listen to air traffic control, keep you away from other air traffic! Watch out!!
Lemurjr
17 Apr 2024
After I booked a spur of the moment trip to New Orleans I was looking for something different to do. Being a lapsed student pilot this caught my eye. I hadn’t flown in 13 years and everything was made easy peasy from booking and answering basic questions ( type of plane and type of tour / flying ) everyone was super friendly and helpful. My instructor was very helpful and awesome. He handled all the radio calls and pointed out some nice sites and helped out when I needed some help landing. I was able to add more time to my log book which made my day. I recommend them if you want something fun unique and different. Next time I am down there I will definitely fly again.
This tour in New Orleans is organized by New Orleans Aerial Tours & Flight Traini

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