Groupon: 'Unforgettable' 49 helicopter experience proving 'popular' on Groupon

A helicopter experience was proving 'popular' on Groupon A helicopter experience that promised to be 'truly exciting and unforgettable' was proving to be a 'popular gift' on Groupon. More than 100 shoppers have snapped up the deal , which gives people the chance to enjoy a 'thrilling' six-mile flight with chocolates and bubbly for £49. Other options include swapping the refreshments for a souvenir photo for £59, while flights for two start from £89. Flights take off from Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport , based in Crab Lane, Stourbridge . The airport has free car parking and a viewing area for spectators. Packages include a safety briefing, with necessary equipment provided. The minimum age is six, but under 12s must be accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. A brief description read: "Nothing else comes close to the magic of vertical flight, from the moment you lift into the air climbing gracefully to over 1,000 feet and accelerating to over 100 mph, to the second the helicopter settles gracefully back on the ground it is a truly exciting and unforgettable experience." Voucher could only be redeemed online, and were valid until April 30, 2026. Flight dates were typically restricted to Friday to Sunday. Full details can be found here on the Groupon website. Similar experiences include this 30 Minute Flying Lesson for one from Virgin Experience Days , priced £99. There's also a Flight Simulation Experience for one on Wowcher , priced at £49 instead of £99.