Magic Air Tours Biplane Rides

This was a bucket list item for my father, so we took him here for Father’s Day. Wow, what a fantastic experience. Can’t say enough good things, other than DO IT!
As other reviewers have mentioned, you’re going to have a great experience with Rod and the flight. Scenery is incredible, worth the trip alone.
Also, Rod has an awesome sort of man-​cave set up in the hangar, so anyone waiting has the opportunity to sit in recliners and watch TV while they wait for your return. There is also a million pieces of memorabilia and flight books that are really interesting to look through.
We took several photos with the plane, which was also a big treat. Rod was a pleasure to meet. Our whole family really enjoyed the experience. YOU SHOULD GO!

Highly recommend for a great family outing. We had the best time flying on Rod’s biplane, beautiful!

OMG! Where do I start? Okay, the price for some may seem a bit steep, but let me reassure you… this flight is guaranteed to put a smile on ANYONE’S face! We met with Rod, the pilot and my partner (who also has her license — albeit not current), and decided she needed to go up with Rod. Even after the flight, the smile on her face made the entire trip to Orcas Island all worthwhile. The flight was amazing, Rod was the man of the hour, and would we do this again? Without a doubt. Take the plunge, book your flight and enjoy yourself immensely! Thank you Rod!

Imagine being way up high in the air, wearing a leather helmet and goggles, seated inside a lovely red biplane called «Magic», and soaring over lush green islands and fathomless seas… magic is just how to describe the feeling. You will look and feel like the Red Baron out on an adventure. A freaking awesome adventure!
Rod, the owner, and your pilot, is experienced with years of military and civilian service under his belt. He explains everything and goes out of his way to make sure that you get to see everything you want to. Since we were camping, he flew over the campsites to see if we could find our bright yellow tent from the air.
And, the scenery… oh, wow. Orcas is mountainous and has a huge state park in the middle of it, taking up a large part of the island. The dense greenery is spectacular. And, then to see the ferries crossing between the islands on the expanse of dark blue… yeah, «oh, wow» about explains this best.
Yes, this is not a cheap activity, but one you should get to experience. The only place I have ever had a biplane ride so spectacular was in the Florida Keys. And, never with anybody as nice and accommodating as Rod.

Are you looking for something to do while visiting Orcas Island? How about taking a ride in an open cockpit biplane across the San Juan Islands?!
This is an incredible way to view the breathtaking scenery of San Juan Islands while listening to a narrative flight by pilot, Rod Magner. The entire experience from wearing leather helmets, stereo headsets & goggles to take off & landing will be an exhilarating one! This is a flight like no other! You just might see some Orca whales while flying high above the ocean so bring your cameras! What am I saying? Bring your cameras no matter what & hold on tight!
The price is somewhat steep for only 30 min ($ 299+tax for two) but over 18,000 customers in 18 years have enjoyed the flight across the islands & I can’t say enough how beautiful the view is from up there!