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

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

5.0(49)New Orleans50 min
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Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
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Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required

At a glance

Duration
50 min
Price from
$460 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 49 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
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.
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in New Orleans

Description

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.

Tour Options

50 Minute Airplane Lesson
  • Duration: 50 minutes Single Engine Airplane

Itinerary

Pass by

You will get to see the highlights of the French Quarter as you fly over it during your airplane lesson.

Pass by

You will get a great view of both the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and neighboring Smoothie King Center as you fly over New Orleans.

Pass by

You will have the chance to follow the Mississippi for a little bit as it winds through New Orleans.

Pass by

This is your starting and ending point for your tours, located at Lakefront Airport in New Orleans.

Highlights

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

What's included

Included
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
Not included
Instructor Gratuity
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Observer

Traveller Ratings

5.0
49 reviews
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Important Information

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required lasts about 50 min. The itinerary has 4 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $460 per person for this New Orleans 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.

Can I cancel this tour 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 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.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is this tour 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 1 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 49 verified reviews; it is run by New Orleans Aerial Tours & Flight Training. Most-mentioned highlights: 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).

Reviews(49)

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Kaitlin_C
August 15, 2026
A Great Experience in New Orleans

My mom bought this experience for me as a surprise. I have always wanted to fly a plane. This was beyond our expectations. My flight instructor Jacob is very knowledgeable and passionate about flying. He was a lot of fun and made sure we had a great experience. The young lady at the front was super sweet and made the check in process quick and easy. We would definitely do this again. Thank you Jacob!!!

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are super pleased to hear that you enjoyed your surprise flight!!! We can't wait to fly with you again soon!

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P8133QMmonicam
June 25, 2025
Happy husband

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.

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James_C
December 14, 2024
First flight.

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!!

Operator response

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review! It sounds like you enjoyed your Discovery Flight Lesson over New Orleans! We hope to soar with you again soon!

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Lemurjr
April 17, 2024
A lemur flying over New Orleans

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.

Operator response

Thank you Louise for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. We put in a lot of effort to ensure that everyone has a memorable time and we hope to welcome you back soon for another flight lesson.

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K8886ZPpaulaw
March 21, 2024
First time flying and can’t wait to go back!

Ryan was my instructor and was fantastic! We went over the instruments and then went flying. Not only was the view spectacular, I was able to take some photos. We started with the basics, and then performed a series of maneuvers that was awesome. I highly recommend this for anyone interested in flying or wished they could have.

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Les_C
February 25, 2024
Cool flight

Brian was a great instructor - A lot of fun, had a blast. I would recommend this activity to anyone who enjoys flying.

Operator response

Hi Les: We are happy to hear that you and Jacqueline enjoyed your Aviator Discovery Flight! Thank you for taking the time to leave this review!

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Gerry_H
January 11, 2024
Present gone wrong

This was my husband's Christmas present. I paid the extra to be an observer to video and take pics of him flying. The 3 seater broke down so he had to tale a 2 seater which meant i could not go and experience this with him. They credited me but said they would give him more fly time for the hassle but the did not. Disappointed

Operator response

Gerry: I apologize for our delayed response to your review. We are disappointed to hear that you & Sherry weren’t pleased with your experience. Our team, including our Chief Flight Instructor, attempted to create a same day resolution due to the maintenance required on the aircraft you were originally assigned to. We offered you the opportunity to swap to a different plane so that you would still get to complete the flight that day. We offered additional flight time free of charge & to refund your observer fee instead of rescheduling to another day or time, which you accepted in the moment. The flight you booked through Viator was our Aviator Discovery Flight. This standard experience includes of 30 minutes of dual instruction and 20 minutes of ground instruction. You received an additional 20 minutes of dual flight instruction, totalling 50 minutes. We also reversed the charge for the observer fee back to the original form of payment, and we have confirmed with our booking software that this was processed. We always strive to offer a safe and memorable experience for all of our guests and student pilots, and we are disappointed that we weren’t able to resolve this matter to your satisfaction. Thank you

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R9340MQtiffanyl
November 5, 2023
Awesome

It was really awesome. You actually get to fly the plane! I felt very comfortable and in good hands.

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mark_n
October 1, 2023
Go fly away!

Guide was great. Encourage me to really fly the plane, instead of just straight and level. Fun experience and felt safe totally

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paulpK922EH
June 18, 2023
Great experience. Highly recommended

Dillon was the instructor pilot. I had previous flying experience but my daughter had none. After a short ground instruction, we were off to fly. Dillon gave us many options. We went up for 2 hours with a break in between. Ground staff was very polite and courteous. Dillon was very knowledgeable and patient with my daughter. I was able to ride along with my daughters flight. My daughter got to try it all from taxi to take off to landing. Tour over city was incredible. The flight has inspired my daughter to pursue her license. Thank you so much!

Operator response

Paul: thanks for leaving us a review! We are happy that you and Abbey had such a great time! We can't wait to fly with her again soon!

$460/ person
5.0(49)
Duration50 min
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–1 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorNew Orleans Aerial Tours & Flight Training
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