Yellow Bristell B23 in flight with an instructor and student on board

Discovery Flight

Your First Step Into Aviation

A discovery flight with Golden Wings Aviation is the perfect way to experience flying for the first time or to confirm that becoming a pilot is truly for you.

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1 hr
Flight length
$290/hr
All-in rate
1-on-1
With a CFI
Bristell
Glass cockpit

Overview

Get a clear overview of pilot training

During your discovery flight, you'll learn how the aircraft works, experience real hands on flying, and get a clear picture of what pilot training actually looks like.

We take the time to answer questions, explain the training path, and give you an honest overview of timelines, costs, and expectations.

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A student walking out to a yellow Bristell on the ramp in low winter sun

Private Pilot License (PPL)
Advanced and continued training
Flight reviews and proficiency training

Included

What's included?

One-on-one flight with a certified instructor
You fly from the left seat with a certified instructor beside you.
Hands-on control of the aircraft
Real hands-on flying, not a sightseeing ride in the back.
Pre- and post-flight briefing
Time on the ground before and after to answer your questions.
Overview of pilot training pathways
An honest picture of the training path: timelines, costs, expectations.

The Aircraft

Train in a modern Bristell with a glass cockpit

This is not a sightseeing ride. You'll be in the left seat of a modern aircraft with a certified instructor guiding you through the fundamentals of flight.

Our discovery flights are flown in modern Bristell aircraft equipped with glass cockpits, providing a professional and exciting introduction to aviation.