Gyrocopter Flight over the Ile d'Oléron from Courçon, near La Rochelle

2 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 10 years-old and up
From€450

Take to the skies over the Ile d'Oléron in a microlight and discover the superb Charente-Maritime countryside from the air!

Take to the skies over the Ile d'Oléron in a microlight and discover the superb Charente-Maritime countryside from the air!

Taking off from Courçon airfield, this gyrocopter flight over the Ile d'Oléron awaits you for a unique microlight experience near La Rochelle. For 1 hour 45 minutes, you will fly over the coast as far as the Ile d'Oléron, passing by the Ile d'Aix, Fort Boyard and the Fort Vauban at Fouras: with a 270° view, you will be able to enjoy the most beautiful panoramas of the region!

A kind of small helicopter, the gyrocopter, also known as an autogyro, offers a unique flying experience. With an experienced pilot at your side, you will be able to admire the scenery below you while listening to the pilot's commentary on the region. From historic sites to natural landscapes, you will come away from your gyrocopter flight over the Ile d'Oléron with stars in your eyes!

Don't miss this opportunity to fly over the island of Oléron in a microlight, and book your place on board the Aéroclub des Iles du Ciel's gyrocopter now!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Meeting with the pilot at Courçon airfield

- Presentation of the microlight and briefing on the course of the flight and safety instructions

- Take off for a 1 hour and 45-minute gyrocopter flight over the Ile d'Oléron and Fouras

- Landing, debriefing with the pilot and end of the activity

Activity requirements

Maximum height: 198 cm / Maximum weight: 209 lbs (95 kg)

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity.

Special terms

Please note that the exact duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the meet-up time for your activity.

One person at a time in the microlight (in addition to the pilot): if you have booked for 2 people and if it is possible, you will fly at the same time, each in a different microlight.

If you wish, a photo and video option (on USB key and personal YouTube link) can be booked on site for €30 per person.

People with a physical disability are welcome on request (please inform us in advance).

Meeting point:
Aérodrome de Fontenay-le-Comte, All. Raymond Bazin, 85200 Fontenay-le-Comte
Spoken languages:French
Included
  • Instructor
Excluded
  • Photos
  • Video
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Sunglasses

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