Children Flying with Open Air

At Open Air Adventure Flights, safety always comes first. Children are welcome to fly with us under the following conditions:

• Minimum Age: 8 years old

• Seatbelt & Fit: Children must pass the five-step seatbelt safety test.

• Pilot Approval: The pilot must be satisfied with the child’s height and build to ensure they fit safely in the seatbelt system.

• Legal Guardian Consent: A child’s legal guardian is required to sign a consent form before the child is allowed to fly alone.

The Five-Step Test

To fly, your child must be able to:

1. Sit with their back against the seat.

2. Bend their knees comfortably in front of the seat edge.

3. Have the shoulder belt fit across the middle of the shoulder (not the neck).

4. Have the lap belt sit low across the hips, touching the thighs (not the stomach).

5. Stay seated like this for the entire flight.

If your child meets all five steps and has signed guardian consent, they may be cleared to fly!