Decided to go on Groupon for Father's Day and found Flying Vikings. Great offer on Groupon. You have to call for a reservation, they were completely booked for Father's Day and all the way until the end of July. Joe, the owner, was extremely accommodating and a joy to speak with. He put me at ease since I am afraid of flying. Even though I wasn't flying but the rest of my family wanted to experience this with their father, it made me nervous. Joe fit us in and we met our instructor, Ryan, who was a great person, he eased my anxiety, and gave my husband detailed instructions. Ryan took his time, made my husband, kids comfortable, and they were ready to take off. I watched them from the tarmac and it was awesome, Ryan allowed my husband to take control and fly (my husband's dream since he was a young boy). Watching them in the air was spectacular, I took plenty of photos while Ryan and my husband were training, then my kids took photos in the air. I recommend Flying Vikings for everyone who's interested in becoming a pilot, becoming a mechanic for the bigger airlines (they train and test there), or just want to experience flying and get a bird's eye view of the bay area. Love them and we are going again so my husband can pursue his pilot's license and my children. They are training a 9 year old how to fly, as long as your child can touch the rotor then they qualify but they must be 16 years old for a pilot's license (as with any license-CDL). Go to Flying Vikings for air flight experience, you won't be disappointed! read more