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 often inspires introductory flights for dads, which can be a deeply impactful experience and potentially lead to future flight training.
When a pilot flies with a parent, it's crucial to establish clear pilot-in-command authority and manage parental perceptions to ensure a safe and respectful flight dynamic.
Pilots taking non-pilot passengers should prioritize smooth flying conditions, conduct thorough safety briefings, communicate clearly throughout the flight, and plan an engaging route to create a memorable and comfortable experience.

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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.