Pricing and GST All prices are in New Zealand Dollars and inclusive of 15% GST (Goods and Service Tax). We do not accept payment in any other currency. Your card issuer may apply charges for [...]

Wanaka Helicopters has the most experienced helicopter flight instructors of any flight school in NZ.  Check out our instructor biographies for more information.

A Private Pilot Licence (PPL) minimum cost is $30,000 and a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) minimum cost is $90,000. This is based on the absolute minimum hours flown but additional costs will be [...]

A Private Pilot Licence (PPL) requires a minimum of 50 hrs flight training. This could take approx 15 weeks flying full time. A Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) requires a minimum of 100 hrs flight [...]

Our Diploma in Aviation is eligible for student loan application and Fees Free. However all private training is private funded.

Our trainees have the options of flying in the Robinson R22 or Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter. Type ratings are available in a range of other helicopters, after the completion of your licence.

Private training can start at any time subject to the existing training schedule. Please allow 2-8 weeks to make preparations (enrolment, payment arrangements, flight scheduling, etc.). Diploma [...]

A 30-minute trial lesson is the first step. All trainees MUST have strong spoken English skills. Allow 60-90 minutes from beginning to end to accommodate a safety briefing and helicopter [...]

Yes absolutely! Our flights are customisable, get in touch with our team to help create your ultimate trip.

Children 3 years and under fly free on an adults laps (minimum of two full paying fares). Children 4 years and above require their own full paying seat.