See the world like never before - from the pilot's seat

Aerial of Chicago | Photo by Doug Bardwell

Sure you've seen New York, or San Francisco, or maybe Cleveland. But have you ever seen it from 1,500 feet up? I'm talking about from the front seat of a small single engine aircraft. It's now easier than you ever dreamed.

With a new promotion released yesterday, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is inviting people to come try piloting a plane themselves for very affordable rates.

Cooped up all winter? No better time than now to get out and experience our beautiful world. “Whether you’ve dreamed of flying an airplane, or just want to view nature from a different perspective, taking an introductory flight is a fun, easy way to say goodbye to cabin fever,” says Craig Fuller, president of the nonprofit AOPA.

Going to a special website set up for this promotion, "Let's Go Flying" will show you a database of over 3,500 flight schools where many will offer introductory flights for about $99. Enter your zipcode and choose from the list.
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