Take the controls of a real aircraft, performing basic maneuvers under the supervision of a certified instructor

Passengers drink in views of the Boston skyline and the area's famous foliage during 45-minute flights

Three-hour introduction to aerodynamics, flight, and the Cessna 172M

Passengers sipping complimentary champagne take in views of the Hollywood sign, Santa Monica Pier, and more aboard a small-sized aircraft

Pilot trainers instruct pupils on the basics of plane navigation before handing over the controls for flights over New Jersey area forestry

Each student pilot helms a four-seat Cessna or Piper aircraft during 90% of a flight over San Francisco Bay

Pilots guide private planes over forests and mountains, downtown San Francisco, and the Bay during aerial tours and flight lessons

Students take control of Cirrus airplane or Schweizer helicopter while FAA-certified instructor looks on safely

Pilots hand the controls to students during 35 min. flights

Experienced pilots combine half-hour of classroom prep with one hour of in-flight education, with option to record flight lessons on video