Meet your instructor
Start with a briefing about the aircraft, basic concepts and the plan for your flight. Tell your instructor what interests you about flying.
$99 discovery flight / Falcon Field
Your first flying lesson.
Here in Mesa.
Meet an instructor, get to know the aircraft, and experience flying over Mesa. Bring your curiosity—and your questions.
Choose a time in the booking calendar. No enrollment decision required.
- Current booking total
- $99
- Appointment slot
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- Booking timezone
- America/Phoenix
Includes more than the flight itself.
Check the timezone shown before reserving.
What is a
discovery flight?
A discovery flight is an introductory flying lesson with a flight instructor at Falcon Field in Mesa. You take the controls under your instructor’s guidance, as appropriate for the flight conditions. No experience is needed, and the appointment costs $99.
Our Falcon Field location serves Mesa and nearby Phoenix, Gilbert, Chandler, Scottsdale, Tempe, Queen Creek, and Apache Junction.
What to expect
A first look at
learning to fly.
Experience the flight
See Mesa from a different perspective and try the controls under your instructor’s guidance, as appropriate for the flight conditions.
Talk about your next step
Bring questions about training paths, scheduling and costs. Use the visit to understand whether flight training fits your goals.
Your next adventure
Make room for
your first flight.
Pick a time. Meet your instructor.
See where a little curiosity takes you.
HOW BOOKING WORKSYour first flight,
Your first flight,
all in one place.
- 01 / CHOOSE YOUR TIME
Find a date that works for you.
- 02 / ADD YOUR DETAILS
Share the information your instructor needs.
- 03 / PAY & RESERVE
Pay $99 to reserve your time.
Times shown are live. You pay $99 when you reserve.
For the person who always looks up
Give the gift
of flight.
A birthday. A holiday. A dream they keep talking about. Give a $99 discovery flight gift certificate for an introduction to flying at Falcon Field in Mesa.
Give the Gift of FlightExplore the certificate and how to purchase it.
Plan your visit
Meet us at
Falcon Field.
4517 E Mallory Cir, Suite 129
Mesa, AZ 85215
Before you reserve
- Review the booking total, appointment length and timezone.
- Confirm identification, age and guest requirements with the team.
- Check weather, cancellation and rescheduling terms before paying.
- Follow the early-arrival instructions in your reservation.
Your discovery-flight questions,
answered.
Can I give a discovery flight as a gift?
Yes. Venture West Aviation sells discovery flight gift certificates for $99. Visit our gift certificate page for purchase options and personalization. No flight date is needed when you purchase; the recipient calls to schedule their flight.
How much is a discovery flight at Venture West?
The Venture West booking page lists a total of $99 for a discovery flight. This was checked on September 12, 2026. Review the total and terms in the booking calendar before reserving.
How long should I allow for my visit?
The booking calendar reserves a 1 hour 15 minute appointment. This is the appointment length, not a promise of 75 minutes in the air. Arrive early as instructed in your booking details; contact the team to confirm the planned flight portion.
Do I need previous flying experience?
No previous flying experience is needed for an introductory discovery flight. An instructor introduces the aircraft and flight plan, explains what to expect, and guides the flight.
Will I have a chance to try the controls?
The booking description includes a hands-on flight experience under instructor guidance. Your instructor determines which activities are appropriate for the conditions and explains what you can try.
Where do I meet the team?
Meet at Venture West Aviation, Falcon Field Airport, 4517 E Mallory Cir, Suite 129, Mesa, AZ 85215. Follow the arrival instructions supplied with your reservation.
What should I confirm before booking?
Confirm any age or passenger requirements, what identification to bring, the planned time in the air, and the weather, rescheduling and cancellation policies. Call (480) 685-5440 if a detail you need is not in the booking information.
Price and appointment details checked against the live booking page on September 12, 2026. The calendar has current availability and reservation terms.