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Fly Over Los Angeles

Take Control of Your
First Flight.

This isn’t a sightseeing ride. It’s your first real flight lesson at Essence Flight. You take the controls, you follow the checklist, and you experience the reality of becoming a pilot.

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What is a Discovery Flight?

What is it?

A Discovery Flight is the ultimate hands-on experience for anyone looking to touch the sky, whether your dream is to captain commercial airliners or you simply want to cross a thrilling adventure off your bucket list. Every great aviator starts exactly with this first step, but you do not need career aspirations to take the controls. This introductory lesson is designed for anyone curious about flight. It offers the rare opportunity to sit in the pilot’s seat, feel the aircraft respond to your touch, and see the world from a completely new perspective. Regardless of where your journey takes you after landing, the experience of truly flying stays with you forever.

Students at Essence Flight School in Van Nuys Airport learning to fly in a Piper Archer cockpit

A Real Introduction
to Flying

Your discovery flight is your first official step. You’ll sit in the pilot seat, fly with a certified instructor (CFI), and experience the structured environment our career students train in every day.

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Briefing

Learn the physics of flight and safety procedures. Review your flight path.

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Preflight

Walk the aircraft. Inspect systems, control surfaces, and fuel with your CFI.

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Takeoff

You take the controls. Execute climbs, turns, and descents over the city.

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Debrief

Review your performance and log your very first official flight hour.

The Office View

What you'll see on your first day.

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Discovery Flight For One

$229
  • 1-on-1 Ground Briefing
  • Pre-flight Inspection
  • Hands-on Flight Time
  • Official Logbook Entry

Discovery Flight For Two

$299
  • 1-on-1 Ground Briefing
  • Pre-flight Inspection
  • Hands-on Flight Time
  • Official Logbook Entry

Luxury Flight For Two

$399
  • Bring a Passenger
  • Extended Route Options
  • Premium Aircraft
  • Post-Flight Photos

Multi-Engine For Two

$499
  • Twin-Engine Power
  • Advanced Avionics
  • Complex Aircraft Intro
  • Unmatched Performance

Where all the pilots start.

No pressure. No long-term commitment. Just a real introduction to aviation and a clear path if you choose to continue.

Start Your Aviation Journey

Fill out the form below to book your flight. Our team is ready to help you take your first step toward the sky.

Our Hangar

Van Nuys Airport (VNY), Los Angeles, CA

Admissions

(818) 699-9646
Discovery Flight

Your Journey Starts Here

Prepare to take off. Schedule your discovery flight and experience the breathtaking views of the Los Angeles coastline and skyline from the pilot's seat.