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    Fly a Helicopter Lesson Over Chicago's Northwest Suburbs

    Take the controls in a 30-minute helicopter intro flight

    4.9 stars• 60 reviews
    From$630incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    30 Minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 3 people

    Includes

    Instructor guidance, Helicopter flight

    Highlights

    Get a bird’s-eye view of Chicago’s Northwest suburbs from a Vietnam era helicopter. Fly with an instructor’s guidance or relax while your pilot handles the controls.

    • Fly a Hughes 369 with guidance from an experienced instructor
    • Choose to take the controls or ride as a passenger
    • See Chicago’s Northwest suburbs from above
    • Share one flight with up to three people
    • Bring kids ages 4 and up
    • Plan to tip your pilot, as customary in the service industry

    What's Included

    • Instructor guidance
    • Helicopter flight in a Hughes 369

    Things to know

    Please arrive 15 minutes early and leave large bags or items in the car.

    Cancellation Policy

    No-shows are charged in full. If you no-show and want to reschedule, a $100 fee applies. If you are late, you may not be guaranteed to fly or reschedule the same day. The operator may reschedule due to FAA Temporary Flight Restrictions, weather, maintenance, or other conditions; no fees apply.

    FAQs

    Arrive 15 minutes early.

    Leave large bags or items in the car.

    Plan to tip your pilot; tipping is customary in the service industry.

    Meeting details

    905 W Irving Park Rd Schaumburg IL 60193

    Experience provided by Heli Chicago
    Experience provided by Heli Chicago

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Private Tour

    $630.70

    Ages 4+ • Up to 3 People

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    60 reviews•Google Maps
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    Seeing Chicago from the air is something else entirely, and the pilots here seem to make all the difference. Chuck comes up repeatedly in reviews as a standout, praised for being professional, funny, and genuinely attentive to what passengers want to see during the flight. Pilot Steve gets similar praise. The overall vibe is smooth, safe, and memorable, with many guests saying they'd happily go back for another flight. One thing worth knowing: there was an isolated case where a flight was cancelled last minute due to a pilot calling out, and the customer found out only because they called ahead. It's a rare complaint in an otherwise glowing collection of feedback, but if you're planning around a specific date or special occasion, it's worth confirming closer to your flight day. For anyone who's done Chicago the usual ways and wants something genuinely different, this delivers. The longer tour options get particularly strong recommendations, and repeat visitors seem just as enthusiastic as first-timers. A solid choice for a memorable experience.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Amazing Adventure!

    Photo of Kamil Soroka

    Kamil Soroka

    April 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Amazing Adventure!

    Photo of Kamil Soroka

    Kamil Soroka

    April 2, 2026

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