Orchard Beach Aviation Sightseeing Airplane Rides

2323 Airport RoadManistee Blacker Airport, Manistee, MI 49660
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Beautiful weather to fly over Portage Lake Photo
Calm day on Lake Michigan Photo 2
Freighter making its way down the channel Photo 3
Double rainbow at the airport during a spring rain Photo 4
After a fresh snow last March Photo 5
Aerial shot of the airport's property Photo 6
Fog on Lake Michigan Photo 7
Fall color in Manistee Photo 8
Fall color near Portage Lake Photo 9
The fall color just East of Manistee Photo 10
The town of Manistee looking North toward Frankfort Photo 11
Sunset flights are also offered at Orchard Beach Aviation Photo 12
Beautiful sunset mid-November of '16 Photo 13

Scenic airplane tours are a fun, family friendly, unforgettable experience for all ages! This is the activity you will be talking about for weeks to come. It will leave you with amazing memories and breathtaking views. Come enjoy the aerial splendor of Lake Michigan and the surrounding towns. Sightseeing flights are typically flown over two routes: Downtown Manistee or the Onekama/Portage Lake area. Rides available daily during the summer 10am-5pm (weather permitting), by appointment during the rest of the year. Reservations are recommended.

Local: (231) 723-8095

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Review Rating: 5 out of 5
conniesM5327PT | September 2021
Perfect
This was my first time ever in an airplane, my pilot was excellent, made me feel so comfortable that I took the combo tour.
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Carol M | July 2019
Airplane Ride
We received a gift certificate for Orchard Beach Aviation. What a great gift! We chose to take a ride over Lake Michigan. It was stunning! Surprised at how quick it went and the pilot was provided a...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
David B | June 2019
Fun for Everyone
You will not be disappointed if you take the aerial tour of Manistee and the surrounding areas. Our pilot made us feel very comfortable for a first time traveler in a 4 person plane. Gayle pointed...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
deedee2364 | August 2018
Birthday surprise
I took my granddaughter for a surprise birthday flight! She had a blast! Best surprise so far. Our pilot was awesome plus it was a beautiful day!! Highly recommend it!
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
soojah129 | August 2018
Amazimg flight!!!
My fiamce amd I flew with Gayle, it was stunning! The sights were amazing, Gayle was kind and made us feel safe in the plane, and the facility was clean and professionally managed. Highly recommend...

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Overall Rating: 4.9 out of 5

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  • Family-friendly
  • WiFi
Season(s) of Operation
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter

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