Santa Monica Pier Flight Tour

The Pacific Park Ferris wheel and the end of historic Route 66.

About This Flight

Dating to 1909, the Santa Monica Pier is home to Pacific Park's solar-powered Ferris wheel and marks the symbolic western end of Route 66. By day the beach and Palisades bluffs unfold beneath you; on a night flight, the wheel glows over the dark Pacific.

Add nearby sights to your route

Venice Beach — The Boardwalk, Muscle Beach and Abbot Kinney's canals.
Malibu Coastline — 27 miles of beaches, coves and Point Dume.
Marina del Rey — One of the largest man-made small-craft harbors in the U.S.

Questions About the Santa Monica Pier Tour

How close do we fly to the Santa Monica Pier?

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 Santa Monica Pier?

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.