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Great flight!
It’s was a really fun flight. Loved the pilot, she’s very knowledgeable! Keep your phone close so it doesn’t blow away.
First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston
At a glance
- Duration
- 18 min–20 min
- Price from
- $220 / person
- Location
- Galveston, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 44 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Scallywag Air Biplane Rides
- Meeting point
- Please check in with the Scallywag Air desk inside the Scholes International Airport Terminal building.
Description
A shorter version of your popular Town of Galveston Tour. A true bucket list item! 20 minute biplane ride experience (10-12 minutes in the air). A smaller scenic circle of the town, including Pleasure Pier and Battleship Texas . Price per ride, 2 passenger max. Maximum weight of passengers is 350 lbs.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 18 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Group price
- $220 per group of up to 2
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Get a birds eye view of the Historic Pleasure Pier
Galveston Island
Explore the beautiful Gulf beaches from the air. Includes aerial views of Battleship Texas and town of Galveston
Galveston Historic Seaport - Home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA
See the Elissa from the air.
What's included
Included
Use of Retro Flying Cap and Goggles
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
44 reviews
How it compares in Galveston
- Rated higher than 79% of 47 reviewed tours in Galveston
- No. 29 by number of reviews among 98 tours in Galveston
Excurgo comparison of 98 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Who can ride? Thrill enthusiasts 10 years and older. Anyone under 18 is required to have a guardian-signed waiver on file.
- Age and weight restrictions (350 lbs max).
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston take?
First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston lasts about 18 min–20 min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston cost?
Prices start at $220 per person for this Galveston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 18 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM.
Can I cancel First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please check in with the Scallywag Air desk inside the Scholes International Airport Terminal building. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is First Mate Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in Galveston worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 44 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Scallywag Air Biplane Rides.
Reviews(44)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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That it is a once in a...
That it is a once in a lifetime experience. What a rush!! Our pilot Sara was amazing and made us feel so comfortable.
L
Waco biplane tour
It’s going to be windy, especially if you look beyond the windscreen. Keep your earplugs in. Wonderful experience.
Z
Great Family Adventure
This was an absolutely great adventure. Our flight was in an impeccably maintained open air cockpit Waco. Our pilot, Sara was a real pro and couldn't have been more accommodating even to my seven year old grandchild. I thoroughly enjoyed the First Mate Flight.
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Above the clouds
It was a great experience. Really highly recommended. The care at the airport was very friendly and our pilot knew something about her job.
C
Fantastic! Just do it!
This was an AMAZING experience!! The fog lifted and opened a window for us to take this flight and it was just awesome! Our pilot, Nathan, was fantastic! Super personable and made the flight most enjoyable. Just do it!! It's definitely worth it!
R
Great time
My wife and I did the ride yesterday. The pilot was very friendly and professional. The hard part was getting in the cockpit. We both on the plus side side it can be a challenge. The pilot called it cockpit yoga. Everything was great, even the landing. She was a very good pilot.
Q
Highlight of vacation
This was the highlight of our trip. Sarah was amazing from start to finish. She explained so much about the plane and our tour prior to departure. Hubby is an air force veteran so he asked many questions 🤣 We did the 10-12 min as we’ve done helicopter tour previously and just wanted to get the experience. Couldn’t have asked for a better pilot.
D
Awesome Adventure!
This is the best way to see the island... be aware that the plane o.ly take two passengers at a time.
J
Kackley trip
Cadence was amazing and very accommodating. The landing was spot on and all of our questions were answered without hesitation.
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