Biplane Beach Tour Over Boca Grande From Punta Gorda
Fly low and slow above the Gulf Coast in an open-cockpit biplane
Duration
40 mins
Ideal For
Up to 2 people
Includes
Flight, headsets, framed photo
Highlights
Take to the skies for a fresh-air flight along Southwest Florida's coastline. From the open cockpit, look down on white-sand beaches, turquoise water and boats at anchor as your pilot follows the shore.
- Trace Rotonda West's distinctive layout before reaching the shoreline at Stump Pass
- Explore Cayo Costa State Park from above, an undeveloped barrier island with natural beaches
- Glide across Pine Island Sound past Useppa Island and Cabbage Key
Itinerary
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Check-in & safety briefing (10–15 minutes): Meet your pilot at Punta Gorda Airport, complete a brief check-in, and receive a safety and comfort briefing.
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Introduction to Gracie (10–15 minutes): We love to talk about Gracie! We'll tell you about our beautiful WACO YMF-5.
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Boarding & pre-flight (5–10 minutes): Get settled into the front cockpit, adjust your headset, and prepare for engine start and taxi.
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Punta Gorda Beach Tour flight (approximately 40 minutes airborne): Enjoy about 45–50 minutes from takeoff to landing, including taxi time, as you fly over the Peace River, Charlotte Harbor, and then out to the beach and Don Pedro Island, Little Gasparilla Island, and Boca Grande.
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Post-flight & photo (5–10 minutes): Disembark, collect your complimentary framed photo, and take any additional pictures you’d like with the airplane.
What's Included
- Aviation headsets for hearing and talking with your pilot
Important details
- Maximum combined passenger weight: 400 lbs
- Allow at least 75 minutes for the full experience, including the safety briefing and getting settled into the airplane
Cancellation Policy
Flights are non-refundable. Rescheduling requires at least 24 hours' notice. If the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you'll receive a full refund or a gift certificate. The operator may cancel for any reason. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: H5VHNB
FAQs
No. The beach tour is open to all ages.
Your flight may be delayed, postponed or canceled for weather or safety reasons, even after you arrive at the airport. If you cannot fly as planned, you'll be notified as soon as possible. Summer afternoon thunderstorms are common; morning flights generally have the best chance of flying as scheduled.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for climbing in and out of the aircraft. Avoid heels, dresses and loose clothing. Dress for the day's weather and bring a light jacket if it's cool.
Meeting details
PGD Air Center lobby, 27450 Challenger Blvd, Suite 125, Punta Gorda, FL 33982