Father's Day Flights and How to Make the Most of Them

Here are a few things to remember for when you're flying with family.

Meg Godlewski

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM ET

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Edited By: tccjeremy

The author and her father. [Courtesy: Meg Godlewski]

Key Takeaways:

Father's Day introductory flights often spark a lifelong interest in aviation for dads, sometimes leading them to pursue flight certification years later.
When flying with parents, pilots should assert their role as Pilot In Command (PIC) and provide comprehensive safety briefings to ensure a comfortable and secure experience for non-pilot passengers.
To maximize passenger comfort and safety, pilots should choose optimal flight conditions (e.g., early morning for smooth air), plan an engaging route, explain maneuvers clearly, and avoid alarming terminology during briefings.

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With Father’s Day coming up, flight schools are bracing for an influx of intro flights for dads. You probably know someone who always wanted to fly, but life got in the way, so now his kids and spouse are making it possible for dad to take to the air, if only for one day.

Sometimes, if dad likes it enough and has the resources and time, it can lead to earning a certificate. Dad may not enroll in flight school immediately, but he may return to it later in life when the kids are grown and no longer his financial responsibility. I’ve had many learners who come in for lessons years after the intro flight. That’s how much of an impression that flight can leave on a person.