Meet me. Meet the airplane.
We’ll get familiar with the cockpit, walk through the plan, and talk through your questions before takeoff.
YOUR FIRST FLIGHT · HICKORY, NC
One full hour in the air. Your hands on the controls. A flight instructor beside you, making it all feel a little more familiar.
One full hour
of flying.
A relaxed introduction to flying, with room for every question. We’ll confirm your exact price and flight arrangements before you book.

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Leave your details. I’ll get in touch to answer your questions and find a time that works.
REQUEST RECEIVED
I’ll follow up using the details you provided. We’ll confirm the price, timing, and flight arrangements together before booking.
No payment has been taken.
YOUR FIRST HOUR UP HERE
You don’t need to arrive knowing how to fly. That’s what I’m here for.
We’ll get familiar with the cockpit, walk through the plan, and talk through your questions before takeoff.
Enjoy a full hour of flying and try the controls with my guidance. We’ll keep it relaxed and work at your comfort level.
Enjoy the view, ask every question, and decide how it feels. You’re paying for a flight, with no obligation to continue training.

MEET THE PERSON IN THE RIGHT SEAT
My own discovery flight turned curiosity into a direction. Now, helping someone experience that first spark is one of my favorite parts of teaching.
I’m a CFI, CFII, and MEI based at Hickory Regional Airport. You’ll be talking directly with me—from your first question to your first flight.
Ask me about your first flightBEFORE WE TAKE OFF
None at all. This flight is for people who are curious about flying. I’ll walk you through the airplane and guide you as you try the controls. You can ask questions or simply enjoy the view whenever you like.
The average discovery-flight price is $225 for one full hour of flying with me. We’ll confirm the exact price, what is included, the aircraft, and all flight arrangements before you book.
We’ll meet at Hickory Regional Airport (KHKY) in Hickory, North Carolina. I’ll confirm where to meet and discuss weather and rescheduling arrangements with you before your flight.
You’re asking about a discovery flight. There is no obligation to enroll in or continue flight training afterward. Sending this form starts a conversation; it does not book a flight or take a payment.
YOUR FIRST FLIGHT STARTS WITH HELLO
Let’s talk about getting you in the left seat.
Plan my discovery flight No experience needed · One full hour of flying · Average $225