Pricing
Discovery Flight Price
Discovery Flight WWII Biplane
Includes Flight and Certified Flight Instructor fees
Military and Veterans discount 10%
First Responders and Students discount 5%
Cash discount 4%
Must show ID to receive discount
$325
Photos
Coming Soon
$
Video
Coming Soon
$
Pilot supplies, gifts, snacks, and drinks
Popcorn is free!
$-$$
FAQs
FAQs
Who Will be the Pilot?
An experienced Flight Instructor with many thousands of flight hours.
Where will we be going for our Discovery Flight?
We will be flying around the Southeastern/Monroe country Michigan area.
How long does the Discovery Flight last?
The Actual flight time will be 20-30 minutes. Plan for an hour of total time to accomplish preflight and postflight instruction.
How should I dress for the Discovery Flight?
Summer clothes(shorts and t-shirt) are fine. However, in cooler weather, warmer clothes are suggested as you will be flying in an open cockpit, aviating at 80 to 90 mph.
Will I get any sort of document to show that I flew a WWII BiPlane?
Yes, you will receive a pilot's logbook recognizing your first flight lesson. If you are already a Pilot or have a logbook started, your CFI will add a flight entry into your logbook.
Is there an age limit?
There are no age limits, however approximately 12 years old seems to be a good minimum to reach the flight controls in the cockpit.
Please contact us for special age considerations
Is there an age maximum?
There are no age maximums, however you must be able to lift yourself into the cockpit and manipulate the controls.
Please contact us for special age considerations
Do I have to be mobile to take a flight lesson?
You must be able to lift yourself into an open cockpit and manipulate the flight controls.
Can I schedule a lesson in advance?
Yes, you may, BUT please understand that these Discovery Flights are subject to weather and this is Southeastern Michigan with fast-changing weather. The weather must be calm and no rain.
Can I purchase a gift certificate?
No, we do not offer gift certificates due to unpredictable weather. Payment is due before the Discovery Flight.
Can more than one person go for a Flight Lesson?
No, only one student per flight.
Is it safe?
This biplane, along with its military and civilian instructors, has taught hundreds of students to fly.
This aircraft is maintained under stringent maintenance processes and personalized attention. We are dedicated to preserving our military aviation history for the next generations.
Can we do aerobatics?
No, aerobatics are not appropriate for a Discovery Flight and we do not offer parachutes.
Are there any discounts?
Discounts require ID
Military and Veterans 10% off
First Responders and Students 5% off
Cash 4%
Are you a flight school?
Buzzard Air Service is a certified and insured Michigan Flight School.
Is smoking allowed?
No smoking, vaping, or marijuana use is allowed. No exceptions.
Do you teach primary flight training?
Yes, please contact us for more information.
What if I get airsick?
We will go over the procedure for airsickness before the Discovery Flight lesson.