LONG BEACH AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Take the Controls: A 30‑Minute Cabri G2 Lesson Over Long Beach
A compact 1 hour 15 minute experience that pairs a 15‑minute simulator introduction with a 30‑minute Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter lesson—useful for anyone considering flight training and looking to log time toward a helicopter license.
Take the Controls: A 30‑Minute Cabri G2 Lesson Over Long Beach.
Adventure brief
Take the Controls: A 30‑Minute Cabri G2 Lesson Over Long Beach
This compact introduction to rotary flight begins in a classroom‑caliber simulator and culminates in thirty minutes at the controls of a Guimbal Cabri G2 above Long Beach. The full experience runs roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes and is designed as a taste of pilot training for novices and aspiring pilots alike.
Take to the skies with Anthelion Helicopters' Cabri Demo Flight, a private 30-minute helicopter lesson in the iconic Guimbal Cabri G2. This experience begins with an immersive flight simulator session lasting about 45 minutes, designed to familiarize you with helicopter controls and flight dynamics before you lift off for your lesson over Long Beach. Whether you're an aspiring pilot or simply looking for a unique aerial adventure, this session allows you to log valuable flight time towards your pilot license. The combination of cutting-edge technology on the ground and hands-on flying makes this adventure perfect for any aviation enthusiast. Flying over Long Beach offers stunning views of the coastline, busy harbors, and the cityscape, providing memorable photo opportunities and a new perspective on Southern California. Certified flight instructors guide you every step of the way, ensuring safety while encouraging your learning and enjoyment. After your flight, you'll leave not only with an incredible experience but also motivated to continue your aviation journey.
Route Schematic
Itinerary at a glance
The sequence moves from check‑in to briefing, simulator time, and then a 30‑minute flight lesson over Long Beach.
Arrival & Check‑In
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your reservation, present a government ID matching the reservation name, and sign the liability waiver.
FAA SFAR Training & Simulator
Begin with an FAA SFAR awareness training from the instructor, followed by a 15‑minute guided instructional session in the FAA‑approved flight simulator.
Safety Briefing & Cabri Flight
Receive a safety briefing, then board the Guimbal Cabri G2 for your 30‑minute introductory flight lesson over Long Beach with an instructor at your side.
Return & Certificate
Return to Long Beach, debrief with your instructor, and receive your signed certificate documenting the logged flight time.
Operator enforces a drug‑ and alcohol‑free policy and may refuse service for signs of impairment. Customers weighing 220 lbs. or more will not be permitted to fly per aircraft limitations; weight verification may be required on arrival.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Guimbal Cabri G2 — a next‑generation trainer
The Cabri G2 is a modern trainer with a hybrid fully‑articulated main rotor and a Fenestron tail rotor, engineered as a capable alternative to traditional training helicopters.
Simulator first, then hands‑on lesson
The demo pairs a brief FAA‑approved simulator session with an in‑air instructional lesson so you arrive at the helicopter having already practiced fundamental controls and procedures.
Loggable flight time for aspiring pilots
Flight time logged during the 30‑minute lesson can be recorded toward a helicopter pilot license, making this both an introductory thrill and a practical step for training.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
You’ll check in at the Long Beach heliport, run through a short FAA SFAR awareness briefing, spend 15 minutes in a flight simulator to learn basic inputs, then move to the helicopter for a safety briefing and a 30‑minute, instructor‑led flight around Long Beach—returning to receive a signed certificate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear closed‑toed shoes for the flight lesson; sun protection such as a hat and sunglasses is recommended.
Closed‑toed footwear is required; otherwise dress comfortably for an outdoor helicopter pad environment and short flight.
Be prepared to present a government ID that matches the reservation at check‑in and to sign a liability waiver.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where do we meet?
All departures and returns happen from the operator’s helicopter pad at Long Beach Airport; the office address is 3213 Airflite Way Long Beach, CA 90807 (not at the main airport terminal).
Is there a dress code?
Please wear closed‑toed shoes for your flight lesson.
Can I tip my pilot?
Tips are not included in the reservation total and are at your discretion; they are not expected but may be given to the pilot.
Is it safe?
Safety is the operator’s top priority; they report a 100% safety record and will monitor weather and other conditions to protect passengers.
What happens if weather affects my flight?
If adverse weather impacts safety, your flight will be rescheduled for an alternate day at no extra charge; pilots continuously monitor weather and will notify you of changes when possible.
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