$99 Helicopter Lessons

Hook pops up with a half-hour 'coptoring crash(!) course on only 2-3 days notice with this Frederick-based outfit, where they'll give him actual control of a Robinson R22 for climbing/descent and hovering. But be forewarned: the tiny two-seater's got a co-pilot (him) max weight of 240lbs, though if that's a problem, your dad's probably more interested in hoovering than hovering.