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    4.8 (20 reviews)
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    Wish me luck, I am going up in one of these!
    Matt C.

    I just purchased a special 1/2 price offer for Flight Instruction, one of those "Cyber Monday" deals. My first flight lesson will be happening soon, hopefully on a bright sunny day! (LOL)

    I had an introduction flight with Sunshine Flyers today! It was informative and exhilarating. My instructor Kelly was professional, quick to respond, patient, and very safe.

    Katy C.

    We had our intro flight today. It was amazing. I bought this as a Christmas gift for my friend who always wanted to be a pilot. This was the perfect gift for him and he loved it. The staff was friendly and Mr. Duncan was very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Made me (as the backseat tag along) feel very safe. The sceneries are beautiful and he did a great tour guy job at pointing out everything. My friend was in control for most of the flight with Mr. Duncan there to make minor corrections. This was a great experience!

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    Great school! Pleasant and professional instructors. Fun aircraft. Good location. I really had a great time there.

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    Really wonderful gift idea, great people working there. Overall an outstanding experience.

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    Mach 5 Aviation - Our Twin Tecnam at the end of the rainbow!

    Mach 5 Aviation

    4.8(17 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    We had the absolute best experience on my discovery flight with Brett! From the moment I arrived,…read morehe made me feel completely at ease. Brett has a perfect balance of professionalism, knowledge, and enthusiasm that instantly shows his passion for aviation and teaching. He explained everything clearly before we got in the plane, walking me through what to expect and answering all my questions with patience and detail. Once in the air, he gave me just the right amount of guidance--making sure I felt safe while also letting me truly take the controls and experience what flying is all about. His calm, encouraging style made the whole flight both exciting and comfortable. What really stood out was how much Brett wanted me to enjoy the experience. He pointed out landmarks, shared tips, and celebrated every little success along the way. By the time we landed, I not only had an unforgettable memory but also a much deeper appreciation for flying. If you're even thinking about trying a discovery flight, do yourself a favor and go with Brett--you won't find a better instructor to make your first flight as fun, safe, and inspiring as possible!

    Mach5 helped me check off my highest bucket list item - to get my private pilots license on…read more4/29/23. Thanks to Mach 5 I was able to get high marks from my FAA examiner. The operation is top notch from the office/operations management, aircraft maintenance, flight logistics and coordination, and instruction. I transferred from another flight school and instantly saw the Mach 5 difference and high standard. I was fortunate to get paired with David Wells who did a perfect job of helping me reach my full potential. I just had fun flying at Mach 5, David, and will continue to fly with Mach5 in the future. KAUN (Auburn Airport) location provides good vibes, valuable flight experience as it is located in the base of the foothills with access to the Sacramento valley, and up front views/access to various aircraft. There is a cafe and two breweries near by. The mechanics are amazing and provide great exposure to maintenance and repair being an open shop right next to the office. This helped with my understanding of the aircraft and its systems. The planes are very well maintained and it is very clear where each plane sits with regards to maintenance and repair. It is clear Mach 5 has the highest standards for instruction. There are numerous layers and checks within the process. I was required to complete thorough flight reviews and marks after each flight which are recorded in my file and reviewed by chief instructors. At various points in the training I had to fly with a chief instructor for sign off to the next stage. This greatly increased my confidence moving forward by having multiple people give you a green light prior to the next step. The way Mach 5 operates, David Wells taught, and all that flying out of Auburn provided made me a very confident and safe pilot as I move forward in my training. Thank you to the team at Mach 5! Special shout out to Matt Behnam as well! Thanks Matt for all the help.

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    N8321M all fresh and clean!

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    Sierra Air Helicopters - Learning to Fly

    Sierra Air Helicopters

    5.0(9 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    My neighbor took his wife for the second time on her birthday and this time he invited me since…read morethere was one extra seat available. Lucky for me, not even his son, nor his wife and kids wanted to go. I guess they think it is dangerous. Anyway, the weather was perfect and our pilot, Brennan was a true professional and set my mind at ease. We flew over our houses, over Folsom Lake and parts of the North Fork and Middle Fork of the American River. Flying low through the river canyon was an unforgettable experience. The option to have the doors removed is something the we did not do sitting in the rear, but they did in the front. I would definitely go without doors next time. Hopefully, nobody will want to fill in the empty seat next year so I can go again!

    Ohhh La La‼ To celebrate our 33rd anniversary my husband and I chose a helicopter tour of the…read moresierras. What an experience!! Our pilot was Dylan. Dylan is professional and thorough. We enjoyed our personal flight experience SO very much! What a thrill. Treat yourself or someone you love with this once in a life time opportunity. We picked our flight plan with a few desired sights for our hour tour. I took plenty of photographs and videos and have really enjoyed sharing them with family and friends. After our flight we walked over to the airport cafe and enjoyed a very yummy lunch! A+ experience‼

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    JetEXE Aviation - My son had awesome flying experience with Capt. Augustine Joseph @ JetEXE!

    JetEXE Aviation

    4.8(49 reviews)
    37.8 mi

    Super fun! I bought…read moremy son a flight for his 14th birthday. He had never even been in a plane before, let alone flew one. Needless to say he was a bit apprehensive about his flight. When we arrived at the Airport we were greeted by our pilot and instructor Jim. He was very friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable which made my son feel at ease. After a through lesson and overview of the Cesna 187 it was time for my son take the pilots seat. I was happy to tag along. My son read the pre flight checklist from the POA and off we went. Once the plane was at altitude my son had his chance to fly. He was encouraged to bank left and right and shown how to keep the nose leval. It was very exciting to see my son flying the plane. Sadly after about 20 min it was time to land. Jim landed us safely and beautifully. It was a great experience! I don't know who liked it more me or my son? I encourage anyone who has ever wanted to fly a plane to give it a try. In addition it is a very unique and fun gift to give.Years from now my son won't remember what toys or games I buy him. However, his experience of flying a plane with JetExe will last him a lifetime. Thanks for the memories guys!

    December 16, 2017…read more JetEXE Aviation hosted a Christmas party. Invites were sent out, and I RSVP, as soon as I received my invite. The function was held in the hangar. All planes were relocated outside for this event, except for 2 planes. These 2 planes were the back drop, of this function. Welcome, Introductions 630 - 700 pm Drinks & Hors d'oeuvres 630 - 730 pm Buffet - style dinner 730 - 900 pm Door prizes and Silent auction 900 - 930 pm Live band "Golden Caddilacs" 730 - 1030 pm Fund raiser for Charitable 501C3 Snehacare for abandoned children with HIV Http://snehacarehome.org Everything was set up accordingly. They had 3 bartenders, making sure everyone drinks were topped off. LOL The band was playing good music, which had a lot of people on the dance floor, including me and van. The buffet style meal was plentiful and delicious. The line for this meal seemed to flow without hiccups. It seemed Venus was in charge of this department. (she works front desk) Job well done I saw Chris (operations manager) running around and making sure things were in place, like extension cords, to make this event happen.. The silent auctions consist of paintings, trip to Mexico, etc... They also had candles for sale. Not sure up this point how this turned out. Augustine, the owner, greeted everyone, making it such a warm welcoming environment. It was nice to see people involved in aviation and being able to meet them first hand. Can't wait till next party hosted by Augustine !!

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    JetEXE Aviation - Awesome experience! JetEXE Rocks!!!

    Awesome experience! JetEXE Rocks!!!

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    Nas Erakat and CFII Clif Roberts

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    Alpine Aviation

    Alpine Aviation

    4.6(8 reviews)
    19.0 mi

    Needed a charter for 4 to Santa Barbara to catch my son's soccer game and Alpine Aviation delivered…read moreus there in style straight from Lincoln Airport! The Diamond DA50 seemed brand new and was very smooth and fast for a propeller aircraft. They also have a King Air for when we plan a trip with my in-laws. They seem to know the aircraft they fly very well and are certified in the Diamond brand of aircraft, which seems like its very popular these days. We all enjoyed the pilot's decades of experience and friendly demeanor and laid-back style. Affordable and no hassle too! I don't think i will ever drive to central california again!

    I called to find out about flying lessons with Alpine Aviation and spoke to Sandy, and she made it…read moreseem as if I was just wasting my time. I asked about the pricing for their private pilot and other programs, and she didn't even know the ballpark price. If anything, she seemed annoyed that I asked her to find out. She informed me there was a 6-month waiting list in a flabbergasted manner. She could have inspired more confidence in their program but just made it seem as if they were not interested in my business. It has always been my dream to become a pilot. I now have the time to dedicate to this; Alpine was my closest school to home. It's a shame as I am sure they have a good instructor based on the reviews, but I will not be following up with them. I spoke to another flight school in the area near Auburn which was a much friendlier and informative experience. They were excited to tell me about their program and broke everything down for me as I am a beginner. I scheduled my intro flight with them.

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    Alpine Aviation - Seaplane flight instruction.

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    Clear sky's time to fly.

    Adventure Flight - Bamboo Bomber

    Adventure Flight

    4.5(27 reviews)
    14.5 mi

    Take wing and DO THIS! I bought this adventure as a birthday present for the hubby, and he loved it…read more(as well he should have). Andy was a great pilot and flew that biplane with gusto. Needless to say, I made sure to pay the little extra so hubby could experience the aerobatics this plans could do...giant loops and barrel rolls and cutting toilet paper (you'll have you fly to know what I'm talking about on that one). If you've been thinking about it, I highly encourage anyone and everyone to try this adventure at least once. You'll be glad you did...hubby is already planning his next ride up into the wild blue yonder in the warbird. We call dibs!

    My brother & sister-in-law joined my wife and I at Adventure Flight in Lincoln this past Sunday. We…read morewere there for open cockpit, biplane rides. What a fantastic experience. Years ago there was a period where I had the opportunity to spend a lot of time in small, private, single engine airplanes. Except for long-hauls, I always enjoyed them more that commercial jet flights - the experience is more up close and personal. Anyway, nothing compares to my biplane experience at Adventure Flight. What a bunch of fun. Andy is a skilled and personable pilot. I had signed up for aerobatics and although slightly apprehensive, I was committed to "sticking to the plan". The pilot made it easy, comfortable and excitingly memorable. We did multiple, giant loop de loops and barrel rolls along with other maneuver that I can't name. I am not a young man .... but, I can honestly say this was one of the most fun things I have done in my life .... Consequently, I plan to do it again. I highly recommend Adventure Flight. Note, Andy's fleet is not limited to the biplane.

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    Aerials over Folsom Lake

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    Adventure Flight

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