Palos Verdes
Palos Verdes Peninsula
Rugged cliffs, coves and Point Vicente Lighthouse.
View tourCatalina Channel Views Flight Tour
Catalina Island on the horizon across the channel.
About This Flight
On clear days Santa Catalina Island appears about 22 miles offshore across the San Pedro Channel. Coastal routes along Palos Verdes offer the best views; ask about longer custom flights.
Add nearby sights to your route
- Palos Verdes Peninsula — Rugged cliffs, coves and Point Vicente Lighthouse.
- Port of Los Angeles — The busiest container port in the Western Hemisphere.
- Queen Mary & Long Beach — The 1936 ocean liner docked in Long Beach harbor.
Questions About the Catalina Channel Views Tour
How close do we fly to the Catalina Channel Views?
All flights follow FAA altitude rules and air traffic control instructions. Your instructor will position the airplane for the best legal view and the best photos.
Can I fly the airplane over the Catalina Channel Views?
Yes. On Discovery-style flights you can take the controls under your instructor's supervision for as much of the flight as you like.
What's the best time of day?
Mornings can have marine layer near the coast; afternoons are usually clear; sunset and night flights offer dramatic light. We'll recommend the best time for your route.
