Gyrocopter Flight over Fort Boyard from Courçon, near La Rochelle

Organized by Aéroclub des Iles du Ciel

Microlight flying - La Rochelle - Gyrocopter Flight over Fort Boyard from Courçon, near La Rochelle - 2

Microlight flying - La Rochelle - Gyrocopter Flight over Fort Boyard from Courçon, near La Rochelle - 3

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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome

Duration: 1 hr

Meeting point:

Aérodrome de Courçon, 12-18 Imp. du Moulin de la Traîne, 17170 Courçon

Spoken languages: French

Minimum age: From 10 years-old and up

Cancellation policy: flexible More info

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Activity description

Admire one of the most legendary sites near La Rochelle, Fort Boyard, from the air aboard a gyrocopter during a 45-minute flight!

Departing from Courçon aerodrome, this gyrocopter flight over Fort Boyard will give you breathtaking views of the fort, quite different from those from a boat. Similar to a small helicopter, the gyrocopter (also known as an autogyro) will give you 270° panoramic views of the Charente-Maritime coastline: the Ile d'Oléron, the Ile de Ré, the Ile d'Aix, La Rochelle, Fouras, etc. - many of the must-see sites will appear to you from a new angle during this autogyro flight over Fort Boyard from Courçon!

Accompanied by commentary from the pilot at the controls of the microlight, your gyrocopter flight over Fort Boyard will teach you new things about this legendary site, as well as its surroundings in the Pertuis d'Antioche: you will enjoy a panoramic and rewarding aerial experience, in complete safety with your experienced pilot!

Don't miss out on the chance to admire Fort Boyard from the air by booking your gyrocopter flight from Courçon, just a 30-minute drive from La Rochelle!

Course of events

- Meeting with the pilot at Courçon airfield

- Presentation of the microlight and briefing on the course of the flight and safety instructions

- Take off for a 45-minute gyrocopter flight above Fort Boyard and its surroundings (Ile d'Aix, Fouras, etc.)

- Landing, debriefing with the pilot and end of the activity

Activity requirements

Maximum height: 198 cm / Maximum weight: 209 lbs (95 kg)

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity.

Special terms

Please note that the exact duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the meet-up time for your activity.

One person at a time in the microlight (in addition to the pilot): if you have booked for 2 people and if it is possible, you will fly at the same time, each in a different microlight.

If you wish, a photo and video option (on USB key and personal YouTube link) can be booked on site for €30 per person.

People with a physical disability are welcome on request (please inform us in advance).

Included