Basic flying lessons Den Helder

The Basic Flying Lesson in the sports plane is one of the most bought experiences. And with good reason! It is the most fun way to get acquainted with flying.

The flying lesson is flown from Den Helder. Den Helder Airport (also known as Maritime Vliegkamp de kooy) is an airport where the helicopters of the Offshore but also of the Airforce fly to and fro. The lesson is offered from the Maritime airbase so registration is required for both the student and other visitors. There is always a lot of activity and you can enjoy all kinds of helicopters and planes that are constantly flying off and on. This will make you look forward to your own flying lesson even more.

State-of-the-art aircraft

You will fly in an advanced aircraft with the latest equipment on board. At the same time, this is a lightweight and compact aircraft. This makes it extremely manoeuvrable and it steers very directly. The smallest steering movements have an immediate effect. The ideal combination for a sporty aircraft! The time has come!

From the flight school you have a great view on the runway. And you can see the planes and helicopters coming and going. This will get you completely in the mood! In consultation with the instructor you decide where you will fly to. Perhaps you will be able to fly over your home town. Below is a map of the Netherlands, showing how far you can fly.

Theory

You start with an explanation of the basics of flying. The instructor will answer important questions in this 'briefing'. How does an aircraft stay in the air? How do the pedals work? What are all the buttons and gauges for? Of course, you can also ask any questions you may have. If you bring someone along to watch you go up in the air, he or she can of course also attend the introduction. Then you both know what you will experience in the air. You do not have to pay extra for this. The theory part always takes about 30 minutes, regardless of the time you choose for the practical part.

Also after the practical part there is still time to evaluate the flight and to ask questions to the instructor about the flight or a possible follow-up training.

Practice

After the theory part you will go to the aircraft with the instructor. First you check together if the plane is ready for departure. Then you drive to the runway, this is called taxiing. Through the headphones you can hear the instructor and the control tower. The instructor asks permission from the control tower to take off. And then the moment has arrived! In the air, you can fly the plane yourself. You can fly everything by yourself except for the last part of the landing. Of course, the instructor will help you with everything. He will take over if you want to look outside. Or if you want to take pictures or a video. You choose how long the practical part takes.

The minimum is 45 minutes, but the longer the better!

Do you want to fly in a certain direction? In consultation with the instructor you decide where you will fly. The maps on this page give you an indication of how far you can fly.