See the cityscape and the countryside on these flying lessons out of Manchester's City Airport! These trial flying lessons operate out of this small but perfectly formed general aviation airport near Eccles on the west side of Trafford Park and Manchester. It's a great place to learn to fly as it is well-located has a super friendly and experienced instructing team and a good-sized fleet of light aircraft too. All aircraft used on these trial flying lessons are owned and operated by the school. Both two and four-seater planes are available for trial lessons so you can decide which type of single-engined light aircraft you prefer. We are also offering two flight durations for you so you can choose between a 30 or a 60-minute flying lesson setting off from this Manchester base. And the great thing about this whole area around City Airport Manchester (formerly known as Barton Aerodrome) is that there is so much to see from the air on your flying lesson. In the immediate vicinity you...
Soar over coastal Hampshire on these flying lessons at Lee-on-Solent! Taking off from Solent Airport you'll be treated to amazing scenery whilst you get your first taste of what it's like to pilot a light aircraft on these trial flying lessons. You will be getting airborne in a Cirrus SR20 at Lee on Solent for these flying lessons. This popular light aircraft was revolutionary when it was launched in 1999. It's a low-wing four seater plane that boasts excellent range (over 800 nautical miles) and is quick comfortable and stable. But there are a couple of features that got everyone talking about the Cirrus. This was the first light aircraft to come equipped with a whole aeroplane parachute recovery system which when you think about it is quite mad. In the cockpit you'll notice there's a side (rather than central) stick control which is more often seen on the likes of commercial and fighter jet planes. It also has fixed landing gear as opposed to retractable wheels. So now you know a bit about the plane what about the pilot instructors? This Lee-on-Solent team is experienced approachable and enthusiastic. They love their base here near Fareham as you get to fly over some amazing sights around Southampton and Portsmouth from the Spinnaker Tower to the Isle of Wight and the historic dockyards there's plenty to look at. You won't just be gazing down at the coastline and landmarks though. This is an actual flying lesson so you will be actually taking that side-stick control of the Cirrus to actually fly the plane yourself during your flight. What could possibly be cooler than being captain of your own plane as you're swooping over this beautiful part of Hampshire? And Lee-on-Solent is a great location for these flying lessons. It was originally opened as a naval seabase in 1917 and is now a lovely General Aviation airport with the Daedalus Enterprise park attracting aerospace and precision manufacturing businesses. Facilities at this renowned flight training school are excellent and you're assured of a warm welcome when you rock up for your flight.
Calling all Londoners: prepare to take off on a flying lesson in London! Just 10 minutes from North London well within the M25 and with easy access by public transport too this flying school offers lessons based out of Elstree aerodrome in Hertfordshire. It really is the most convenient airfield for aspiring pilots in the capital and around the home counties too. Before offering flight training this group of aviators regularly took to the skies after they formed a flying group together in 2004. It was a natural progression to then offer flight training at this London-base. The staff and instructors at Elstree are super passionate and dedicated with many interesting flying background stories. There are ex-military fast jet pilots commercial airline pilots aviation consultants examiners and even flying instructors who teach pilots to become instructors. All this means you're in safe hands for your flying lessons out of Hertfordshire. The planes hangared at this vibrant flight trai...
Head into the blue with these trial flying lessons in Rochester Kent! The airport is well placed in the south east of England with easy access from London and the surrounding area. Boasting a friendly atmosphere and excellent teaching Rochester is a superb place to take a trial lesson in a plane.This school offers 60 minute lessons in both two and four seater aircraft. For all lessons you will be met by the flying instructor who'll be taking you up and you'll have a short classroom briefing session. Once in the aircraft and settled you'll discover all about taxiing take off straight and level flight and banking - all whilst you are heading over the River Medway and Chatham's historic dockyard.Trial lessons are taken in two seater Cessna 152s or four seater Cessna 172SPs. The school has three of each and all are kitted out with dual controls. These planes are the best known training aircraft in modern aviation and more 172s have been built than any other aeroplane. Easy to fly stable and reliable these planes make superb choices for trial flights.Chief Flying Instructor and Examiner Brian Bennewith and his team of dedicated instructors are ready to offer you a fantastic first foray into aviation with a trial lesson flying lesson in Rochester. You will have plenty of time to take the controls of the plane and if you choose the four seater option a passenger will be able to join you for the flight in the back seat subject to pilot approval spreading this experience even further!
Fancy flying over Brighton? East Sussex is a glorious part of the country for a flight in a light sport aircraft aircraft with stunning coastline rolling countryside and ancient woodlands all connected by a lovely patchwork of fields. Sounds rather idyllic doesn't it? Well that's because it is. The instructing team at this base near Brighton is super qualified. From instructors who have worked up through the ranks after gaining the pilot's licence at this very school to ex-RAF fighter pilots and commercial captains too. They all love nothing better than 'teaching nervous newbies the art of flying' and as you might suspect this teaching comes with a good dose of enthusiasm and humour too quickly putting you at ease. The base for these light sport aircraft experiences is Deanland Airfield just North East of Brighton. Built as a temporary RAF Advanced Landing base in 1943 it was operational until 1944 which may sound like a very short career but it was a very illustrious one....
Book in with this Manchester flight school and enjoy a land away adventure! This flight training school offers half day experiences so you can clock up some air miles flying from Barton to Sleap and back again in a light aircraft. The idea behind these flights is to give you a full insight into what flying for pleasure is all about. Whether you're toying with the idea of training for your PPL (Private Pilot's Licence) or just fancy an extended aerial experience this half day fly-out from Manchester's City Airport is a great expedition for all aviation fans. Your flying instructor will be keen to get you at the controls of the plane as much as possible. Once all the pre-flight checks have been taken care of and the take off and climb all done it'll be over to you. It's a great feeling taking control for the first time - and could be the start of a career or hobby in aviation if you really get that flying bug after your day out with this Manchester flight school. Part of the syllabus for becoming a pilot is map reading and navigational skills. You'll learn from your expert pilot instructor that you'll be heading to the first big landmark on your journey the Thelwell Viaduct then heading south to Sleap via the likes of Northwich and Ashcroft. This route is actually called the Manchester LLR (Low Level Route). With jargon like that under your belt you'll be starting to sound like a pilot already! Heading to Sleap (pronounced 'slay-pe' rather than 'sleep') you'll land and park up just in time for a hearty lunch at the aerodrome's cafe and clubhouse. A very welcoming place there's always a good cup of tea on the go and menu that includes everything from the 'Flying Start' breakfast to Sunday roasts and light lunches too. After your refuelling stop it's time to get back in the plane and head back to Barton. The usual return route is the same as your outward leg but in reverse. Once again there'll be plenty of time for you to fly as you make your way back to this Manchester flight school. A great little aerial voyage - and don't forget the beauty of a land away is that you get to enjoy two take offs and two landings!
They say great things come in small packages and that's certainly true of these Cumbernauld Airport flying lessons! This compact but very professionally run airport is just 20 minutes from Glasgow and 30 minutes from Edinburgh and offers a fantastic venue to make your first foray into flying a light aircraft.Cumbernauld Airport was just a grass strip when it opened in 1966. A new 820m x 23m asphalt runway and terminal building with all the facilities was opened in 1988 making Cumbernauld a modern custom built airport which is ideal for flying lessons hangarage aircraft maintenance and charter services.As you arrive at the airport you'll make your way to the main terminal building which is home to this flying centre. Your experience starts with meeting your instructor pilot who'll be taking you out for your lesson. After a safety briefing and familiarisation of the aircraft you'll be flying in it's time to get onboard and ready. Once given clearance by air traffic control you'll...
What goes up must come down landings are a crucial part of any flight! This is the thrilling aeroplane landing challenge and it takes place at Coventry Airport. With the help and assistance of a fully-qualified instructor pilot you will be landing an actual light aircraft for real!Your experience starts on the ground with a briefing followed by time in the flight simulator. You'll be concentrating on approaches and landings so you can get used to the procedures of coming in to land. And of course your instructor will be by your side in the sim teaching you what you need to know to be able to touch down in the aeroplane.Things then start to get very real when you walk out to the light aircraft on the apron. Once your instructor pilot has handled take off you'll be able to fly the rectangular training circuit that takes you over and around Coventry Airport.This cruising time in the air gives your tutor plenty of time to assess whether you'll be able to handle the landing challenge. With the OK from the pilot you will be hands on the controls setting up your nice and steady approach into Coventry Airport.Your expert pilot instructor is keeping a hand on the controls at all times so if you lose concentration or feel uneasy they will be right on it and will take over.Coming in at the right height controlling the pitch of the nose and getting yourself positioned on the centre-line of the runway it's multitasking at its maddest when you are trying to land a plane for the very first time in your life!Our advice? Just keep calm and keep flying. Would you be able to do this if you were a passenger in a light aircraft and the pilot was incapacitated? Sure it's the stuff of films but this aeroplane challenge brings all that adrenaline rush to life as you execute your first landing as the pilot of a small aircraft. What a way to 'earn your stripes'!
Get ready to soar over Saltby Airfield in a light sport aircraft! These flying lessons are technically in a microlight class of aircraft but these amazing little planes look just like conventional light aircraft - just not as expensive to own and run!If you don't know Saltby it's an airfield that's gone from being a busy Second World War USAF base to a tranquil rural airfield that is currently used for recreational flying and lessons today. Although the two main concrete runways remain much of the original infrastructure has disappeared but there are still little signs of Saltby's historic past that you might well be able to spot from the air.Being situated in the East Midlands between Melton Mowbray and Grantham and only a short distance from the A1 Saltby Airfield is easily accessible from a wide area and it's picturesque too lying in a lovely rural setting between Rutland Water and the Vale of Belvoir. The entrance to the airfield is off the single-track lane connecting the v...
If becoming a pilot is a real ambition these great value pilot packs provide the perfect introduction to the wonderful world of aviation. With three lots of one hour lessons on offer this deal will certainly put you on the right track to being a pilot. If you simply just want to 'have a go' we've got single flying lessons too.As any pilot instructor will tell you the more often you fly the faster you will learn to become a pilot. Students going for their Private Pilot's Licence are advised to train at least once a week so with this trio of lessons that are available at pilot training schools around the country you'll be making an excellent start.So with a fully qualified instructor pilot by your side will you become a flying ace? You certainly don't need superhuman skills but a certain dexterity is a must along with patience and practice. Which is why these packs are so great as you get to experience and engage in six take offs and landings as you take advantage of the three individual lessons offered.You will also make a start on the conventional syllabus for any student training to become a licensed pilot namely co-ordinated constant heading steady airspeed and stable altitude flight and starting to practice climbs and descents. You may also get to try altitude turns to headings at 15 and 30 degrees all with a constant speed and direction.As well as the time in the air you will also get a taste of the other side what it takes to become a fully trained pilot the ground school. This is where in a classroom of the pilot centre you will learn about meteorology navigation aerodynamics and aircraft systems - all essential facts and knowledge needed when becoming a proficient pilot with sound judgement and good decision-making skills when flying.Your first steps to becoming a pilot will be taken in a dual-controlled aircraft typically a two seater Cessna. Our packages include your instruction a log book and aircraft inspection checklist - in fact everything you need to start your training to become a PPL certified pilot to be able to hire and fly light aircraft. Imagine being able to take off and have a superb mini daytrip in a light aircraft piloted by you!
Lessons at historic Biggin Hill airport in Kent home to business jets & Spitfires galore! Go flying at the airport's longest established flying school with 60-minute lessons in four-seater aircraft.
Amazing Ayrshire views on a flying experience out of popular Prestwick Airport to see some of Scotland's finest scenery around the Firth of Clyde the gateway to the Isles of Arran Bute and Ailsa Craig.
Great value 60-minute lessons to learn how to fly a plane valid at airfields and aerodromes around the UK. Shop your nationwide 60-minute flying lesson online.
Learn to be a pilot with this fascinating half day experience. You'll be based out of Coventry Airport for this most comprehensive of days that'll show you just what being a qualified pilot involves with exercises both in the air and on the ground.Before any pilot starts their shift there is a briefing. This will be where you meet your instructor pilot host and get a rundown on how the day will unfold. And will quite possibly include some essential fuel that's to say a cuppa!Then it's out the aircraft to carry out pre-flight checks. You'll do a walkaround of the plane before climbing into the cockpit to verify all the onboard systems and controls. After that it's time to discuss where your flight is going and in what conditions.Back in the classroom for this you'll be shown how pilots plan their routes check current weather check for safety concerns on your planned route with what pilots call the NOTAMs system and create a flight plan including diversion routes and airports. I...
Take your flying lessons at Swansea Airport and you will be getting airborne over some of the prettiest coastal countryside we've ever seen! Based out of the airport at Fairwood Common on the Gower Peninsula this small and very welcoming club is a great place to fly from.This fully licenced flying school offers a variety of lessons from Swansea. The club has a modern fleet of light planes including five two seater Piper PA 38 Tomahawks and a four seater Piper PA28 Cherokee and you have the choice of a 30 or 60 minute flight in either sort of aeroplane. Worth noting if you have a four seat voucher you can have up to two people to join you as passengers so you can invite those who bought the voucher to join you - and they will absolutely love it.So where will you be flying on your lesson? Well from Swansea there is a myriad of flight paths possible. What we love about this club is that they'll take the time to discuss where you go before you're even in the plane and when asked most people immediately reply 'over my house' and then 'Caldey Island where I used to go as a child'. Routes also including Tenby Swansea Bay Mumbles and Llanelli can all be planned too depending on weather and your flight duration.Once you know where you're headed on your aerial sojourn from Swansea it's time for the flying lesson to get underway as you book out and then follow your pilot instructor to the aircraft sitting on the apron. If you've never been in a small plane before you might surprised to find you climb into the cockpit by stepping up on a special padded section of the wing next to the fuselage and the inside.When settled and strapped in to your seat your pilot will point out some of the most essential dials and gauges in front of you namely the vertical speed indicator the direction indicator and the turn and slip indicator. What always amazes us with flying is that although it is complicated and full of aeronautical theory when you are at cruising altitude it all feels very comfortable relaxed and even easy. Whether you sit back and relax and just enjoy the views or you actually fancy having a go at taking the controls you are sure to enjoy your first lesson in flying over Swansea.So if you want a fun experience with fantastic views that are truly second to none these flying lessons in Swansea are a great choice. You will enjoy an aerial voyage that leaves you informed and not bamboozled by the theories of flight with the chance to see some of the very best parts of the Welsh coastline from the air - and maybe even your own home too!
Flying lessons over Northumbria in a lightweight sports plane! It's destination Morpeth for this range of trial flights in an closed cockpit ultralight aircraft. Flying out of Eshott Airfield you're in the heart of the Northumbrian coast and countryside within minutes of take off so your lesson will combine lovely views with top-notch aviation training. Eshott Airfield is located just off the A1 in a prime location for visitors and providing excellent aerial access to the beautiful rugged countryside of the North East. Once a busy wartime air training facility the aerodrome is much more relaxed nowadays. The aerodrome still reaps the benefits of the tarmac runways that were originally built and with hangarage having been extended the venue has planning permission to welcome up to 70 microlight/light sport aircraft and is fully BMAA (British Microlight Aircraft Association) registered. The aircraft you'll be flying in is the Czech designed and built Evektor EuroStar EV97 or the Ikarus C42. The simple design using high tech materials means both planes are super light putting it in the microlight category of aircraft yet it looks like any other trainer aircraft. The advantage of a closed cockpit and practical side-by-side seating makes them ideal trainer aeroplanes at this Northumbria flying school. Lessons are offered year-round subject to weather conditions and there are several full time members of the teaching team. And what a highly qualified bunch they are! Comprising ex army majors architects merchant navy captains and engineers every single member of this Northumbrian flying crew is very passionate - and that immediately comes over during their lessons. They love nothing more than to offer a newbie like you the chance to fall in love with sports flying just like they did. It's easy to see why the EuroStar captivates the hearts of many an aviator. There might be a plethora of bigger and more powerful planes out there but this one has a definite charm - and cruising over this beautiful part of the country makes the experience even more special. We're offering the full range of flying lessons above Northumbria including a land away adventure and even a thrilling formation flight where two of you take off at the same time in two planes - make sure you take your camera to capture each other waving!
Get a head for heights with these fun tasters at a flight school near you with these best value nationwide deals! If you're looking for a short but sweet taster lesson in aeronautics then we've got a flying school to suit you that offers a 15 to 20 minute blast that will delight anyone who has never flown in a private plane before.Each session starts with a safety briefing and your instructor will demonstrate the controls. Every flying school we use is CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) approved so you can be guaranteed the best quality tuition no matter where your flight path takes you. The instructor will also remain with you for the duration of your flying time navigating the tricky take-off and landing sections as well as giving you guidance and advice during your time as captain.All lessons take place in a two-seater light aircraft. The aircraft you'll use during your flight varies depending on the school you attend but the sort of the planes you might end up sitting in are a Cessna 152 or a Piper both of which are ideally suited to educational and flight training courses and are used at schools throughout the world whilst at Oxfordshire it is actually a powered glider you'll be using.As you'll be sitting up front with one of the school's instructor pilots you really get a feel for what flying is all about. You'll also get the chance for some high-altitude sightseeing at the start and end of the flight where the instructor will take charge but once you're at cruising altitude then it's your turn to take the controls and albeit briefly become a real pilot!Each school offers an individual flying experience so you could take wing over an iconic landmark an area of beautiful countryside or even potentially negotiate a flight over your house but one things for sure each school will tailor the flight to the pupil. Some schools also present you with a certificate to recognise your aerial achievement at the end of your flying experience. If you think you've got what it takes to be an airborne adventurer then some quality time at a friendly flight school is the experience for you. Alternatively if you think you'd like more airtime than a taster lesson provides we've got a whole range of other flying lessons on offer with flying schools around the UK.
Two & four-seater flights out of historic Halfpenny Green Airport near Wolverhampton flying in Pipers and Cessna aircraft for 30 or 60-minutes. Easy access from Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Flying lessons in North Wales out of Caernarfon Airport at Dinas Dinlle. If you're looking for somewhere rather special to learn to fly in the north of Wales this lovely little spot is hard to beat. We're offering 30 and 60-minute trial flying lessons for you to get a taste of pilot life! You will be taking off from Caernarfon Airport in Gwynedd. Formerly RAF Llanwrog this General Aviation airport is modern well-equipped and well-managed. It's home to the Welsh Air Ambulance service the HMS Coastguard rescue service and various other aviation companies including this flight academy. With a fleet of light aircraft including Pipers Cessnas and Robins a roster of expert pilot instructors ready to take to the skies above Caernarfon and the wonderful setting here there's no better place in Gwynedd for a trial flying lesson. One end of the runway is right above the shoreline of the Irish Sea and the other boasts the Snowdonian mountains as the backdrop. Once you're in the air the pa...
Flights from Teesside International Airport - spread your wings and head into the skies on a flying lesson over County Durham! Many budding pilots have been trained by Eden Flight Training to become confident pilots who have gone on to join the RAF fly commercially or just enjoy flying light aircraft as a hobby. Based at Teesside International Airport which was formerly known as Durham Tees Valley airport this friendly flying school offers flights in two seater aircraft and four seater aircraft. Training takes place throughout the year so there is plenty of time to book in for your lesson. The Senior Flying Instructor based at this Teesside International flying school is Captain Mark Lee. He's a working commercial pilot who drives those big jets but he also absolutely loves taking newbies up for their first flying lessons. He's joined by the likes of Benjamin Salvador Melanie and Si who are all equally passionate when it comes to flying. Indeed not only is Eden the only CAA Approved Training Organisation (ATO) at Teesside International it's also the only one in the whole of the North East so you're going to be in very capable hands for your flight training. Patience enthusiasm and putting the student at ease in the cockpit before their flight is a given here! As for the planes it'll be a two seater Piper Tomahawk or four seater Piper Warrior. Statistically more pilots have passed their flight training exams in a Piper than any other model of plane. That's why the reliable robust Pipers were chosen. Before getting airborne on your training flight from Teesside International Airport you start on the ground with a safety briefing. Once the basic principles of flight and the controls have been explained to you it's time to plan the route. Only then are you ready to head out onto the tarmac to enjoy your lesson flying over the picturesque county of Durham.
Here's a full roster of flying lessons in Bedfordshire for you! Taking off from Sackville Farm Airfield just north of Bedford in an ultra light aircraft you can stay local fly away or land away - the choice is yours. This Bedfordshire flying school prides itself of offering bespoke training and air experiences. For those seeking their first taste of flying in a light aircraft we have the 20 and 60 minute flight vouchers. Those times include a pre-flight briefing in the ground school classroom so you can meet your instructor and discuss what will be happening on your flight experience. Heading up this Bedfordshire team is the highly experienced Adrian Williams. He's flown twin single and ultra light aircraft for several decades and in pretty much every corner of the globe. He absolutely loves flying light sport aircraft. And as he says nothing can beat the Flight Design CT2K for its agility visibility high cruise speed and long flight range. You can fly 1 000 miles non stop in one these things which means you could depart from Sackville and easily fly to the continent without having to refuel. That's why the two hour and half day flying lesson experiences at this Bedfordshire school are highly recommended. For those on the two-hour flights you will sit down and discuss with Adrian to work out where you'd like to go. It might be that you've always fancied flying over your house or you'd love to look down on historic Old Warden or maybe even head as far afield as Leicester Nottingham or across to Enstone. Spending a half day with the Sackville Farm Airfield team gives you a 'land away' experience which is where you depart Sackville to fly and land at another airfield. There's always time to stop off at the aerodrome cafe for a cuppa before heading back to base. You and your pilot instructor will come up with a plan together. Many who go on a Bedfordshire flight experience choose to go somewhere like Duxford or Kemble where entrance to the museums on site there can be included for you which we think is a really nice touch. And don't forget these are flying lessons in Bedfordshire so opportunities hands-on flying in the Flight Design ultra light is maximised giving you plenty of time to marvel at yourself being the one actually flying the aircraft. Of course if you prefer to take in the views and take pictures instead they'll be the ones doing the flying while you do the snapping!
Four seater PA28 trial lessons flying out of Bournemouth International Airport for coastal views from a bustling airport with 30 and 60-minute experiences available.
Soar through history with these flying lessons in Kent! Getting airborne for the first time in a light aircraft is exciting enough but combine it with taking off and landing in an area of Kent that has seen more than its fair share of key moments in aviation history and it's even more specialIn history lessons you will have learnt about the Battle of Britain flying conquests out of Kent. This strategic turning point in World War II was masterminded out of several Kentish airfields. But Lydd (or London Ashford Airport as it is known) is rather special in that it was the first airport to be built after the war. Opening in July 1954 with two runways a control tower maintenance hangars and a passenger terminal with a restaurant the airport prospered with the birth of the modern package holiday making air travel more affordable.In fact the airport was one of the busiest in the UK in 1959 but by the 1980s the slump had hit commercial traffic but general aviation and flying lessons at this delightful Kentish airport were quite literally taking off. Since the closure of Manston in 2014 Lydd is seeing a revival with plans for expansion on the cards and a mix of scheduled services from Kent to mainland Europe and flying schools offering lessons.This flight school is a family-run business that has been operating for decades. They certainly know their stuff when it comes to all things aviation and many a first officer and pilot on the big commercial airlines and business jets have passed through the doors of this Kent operation for a flying lesson at some point. In fact all the instructors working here are themselves commercial pilot licence holders but they all love their little planes as much as their big ones!All lessons begin with a safety briefing including the protocols of flying out of and into this Kent airfield and introduction to the plane which will be either a Cessna 152 for the two seater lessons or a Piper PA28 for the four seater version. Once strapped in a ready for take off it's time to do the pre-flight checks start her up and then taxi along to the start of this 1080m long grass runway.Your pilot will line you up and suddenly you're moving the ground beneath you falls away and you're airborne over Kent on your very first lesson in flying! What a thrill it is to see the patchwork of fields below you as you head out over Dungeness to the sea around Lydd or head in land to the towns and villages of this most picturesque part of the Garden of England.On all flying lessons out of Kent's Lydd Airport you'll have time to take the controls so you WILL be flying on your very first lesson. You'll be looked after by a team of fully qualified flying instructors headed up by the very experienced Captain Dave Henderson who has flown many hours in a variety of aircraft.
Fly over the Cumbria & the Lake District in a lesson out of Carlisle Airport with 30 and 60-min flights in 2 and 4 seater aircraft at this super friendly club.
Looking for flying lessons in Aberdeen? Book your trial flight at this training school at Longside Airfield and get all the benefits of a smaller airfield without the controlled air space and on ground delays when flying out of an international airport! Longside Airfield is just a quick dash up the A90 from Aberdeen. Situated a few miles inland from Peterhead the aerodrome was operational as RAF Peterhead between 1941 and 1945. At its peak nearly 3000 personnel were on site and the Aberdeenshire skies were filled with the sound of Hurricanes Spitfires and Mustangs. Today you can still see a few vestiges of Longside's RAF past with pillboxes clearly visible from the air despite most of the land being returned to agricultural use. You'll also notice that Longside still has a tarmac runway - quite a rarity in North East Scotland! Now operated as a small and friendly facility this airfield which is easily accessible from Aberdeen is a great place to learn to fly. Your CAA flight instructor/examiner is Bill Anderson who has flown pretty much every type of aircraft going working for the RAF and as a commercial pilot too. All those many of years of experience mean that Bill is a super experienced instructor who knows just how to get the best out of the plane and you on these trial lessons. You'll be flying in this Aberdeenshire school's Piper PA28 Warrior II. As Bill himself says these light aircraft are 'simple stable and dependable' making them ideal trainers with a formidable cross country performance too. They're a delight to fly and at some point during your flight you will get to find out for yourself as you take the controls. As you can imagine from the location of Longside Airfield you'll be treated to amazing views over Peterhead and the coast throughout your lesson. And of course the longer the flight duration the further you fly over Aberdeen and beyond on your lesson. What's more for a small fee payable locally (and at the pilot's discretion) you can invite up to two friends or family members to join you in the plane as interested observers. A lovely plane stunning views a friendly instructor uncontrolled airspace and lots of aviation history combine to make these flying lessons in Aberdeenshire the perfect choice for Scottish aviation fans. Book your 30 45 or 90-minute lesson online and get flying!
Want amazing aerial views on your flying lesson? Then Snowdonia is the place to go! This friendly flying school is based at Llanbedr Airfield perched on the edge of the stunning Welsh coastline near Harlech. It's a great place to learn to fly. We are offering 45 and 60-minute trial lessons out of Llanbedr. Flights are operated in a rather lovely Robin DR400/180 aircraft. These are four-seater sport planes characterised by their distinctive low-wing shape standing out from the usual high-wing Cessna aircraft often used for flight training. It also makes them very stable in the air and easy to fly too. Pure joy over those Snowdonian peaks! What's more being four seater aircraft you can invite up to two guests to join you onboard your lesson subject to pilot approval. That means your flight can be a real family affair which makes the whole experience all the more special when you get to share those views. And what you get to see from the air as you fly in your Robin over Snowdonia on your lesson is truly spectacular. This is a very picturesque corner of Wales and it really is best seen from the air. Snowdonia Wales's highest mountain might have a dusting of snow even in the warmer months which looks incredible from the air. You're also right next to the coast at Llanbedr Airfield and as soon as you take off you'll be treated to clifftop vistas towards the Llyn Peninsula with the white-topped waves lapping on golden sandy beaches. We think being surrounded by both beaches and mountains is pretty unique and a truly breathtaking backdrop for your lesson. Taking you out on this aerial adventure will be chief instructors Stephen Richard or one of their dedicated team of pilots. During your flight you will have the chance to 'take the controls' to fly the plane. Last but by no means least there's the Jindivik Cafe to visit once you land. Based in the control tower of this former RAF airfield the cafe offers a top spotting point from the upstairs terrace a nice brew and tasty cooked breakfasts the staple of any flying school! We reckon these flying lessons in the wonderful Snowdonia region of Wales are a superb choice for budding flyers. A great plane space for your nearest and dearest brilliant views and top tuition too.
Flying lessons in central Scotland from Perth Airport - learning to fly with amazing views of the Fair City the River Tay and the Scottish mountains below in two and four-seater aircraft.
Take off on your airway to success with these Flying Lessons from Sheffield Doncaster Airport! Whether your only previous experience of flying is on a big commercial airliner or you're already a keen follower of aviation these trial fights give you a real insight to what it's like to be captain of your own aeroplane.With its official name of Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport (IATA code DSA) this is a great place to take your first lessons as you'll be flying from the UK's newest purpose built International Airport. Small enough to still be convenient and friendly but big enough to have really good facilities you will be a guest at the airport's on site flight training school.The club is located right by the main terminal building so you can really immerse yourself in the aeronautical world as the big jets taxi right by you for take off. After a warm welcome from the friendly flying team here at this Sheffield school lessons commence with a briefing on the ground. This is the moment you'll be asked what you hope to achieve from your airtime so now's the time to say if you have a particular flight path in mind.Flight planned you'll head out to the trainer plane sitting on the apron. As with all aerial sorties you will do a 'walk around' of the aircraft with your pilot instructor before hopping in to the cockpit. Now this is where the excitement really starts to build. As you're in communication with Air Traffic Control to secure a slot you'll taxi to the runway. There's only one of them here at the Sheffield and Doncaster Airport but it is immense at 2893m long and 60m wide - flying lessons here are positively oversized!Don't be surprised then if you find yourself waiting for a Boeing or an Airbus to come in before you head out - it's all part of the fun and we think it really adds to the atmosphere of these lessons as you sit in your little aeroplane taking it all in. Talking of aircraft this Sheffield flying school uses Cessnas and Pipers for their trial lessons and flight training both simple robust and easy for you to have a go at flying.If you opt for the four seater Piper PA28 for your flying lessons out of Sheffield you are welcome to invite a passenger to enjoy the aerial thrills of flying over Doncaster and South Yorkshire as they join you for your lesson in the back seat of the plane. We think you'll find flying lessons at the bustling and bright Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield International Airport aspiring and inspiring!
Feel the wind beneath your wings on these Earls Colne airfield lessons in a light aircraft! A good range of lesson types and durations are offered at this very well-kept flying club on the edge of the lovely Earls Colne Golf and Country Club estate.For a small aeroclub nestled between the quaint little villages of Earls Colne and Coggeshall this club is big on runways having not one but two grass and tarmac strips. This is because Earls Colne was purpose-built in the 1940s as a World War II bomber base airfield first welcoming the USAAF and then the RAF. When it was sold off in 1955 the land returned to a mix of agriculture offices and the fun business of flying.Visitors who fly in to Earls Colne often comment on how well-maintained the whole airfield is with recent investment in 2011 providing new hangars pilot briefing rooms and more space for the Essex Air Ambulance that is also based at this easy to get to aerodrome just north of Colchester.Led by Mick Manders there is a good-sized team of flying instructors and dedicated ground staff at Earls Colne so you will be able to take lessons flying out of the airfield on weekdays or weekends throughout the year. Planes owned and operated include Cessnas Robins Rockwell Commuter an Alpha 120T and a TB10 - all much renowned in flying circles as they are robust easy and thrilling to fly whether it's your first time or you're a seasoned pilot.So it's chocks aways at Earls Colne Airfield with lessons for all abilities and ages (the youngest a flyer can be is 14). All lessons include the opportunity for you to take control of the aircraft as you zoom over the rather lovely golf club and the likes of Deer Park Lily and Marshall Woods. What's more the airfield is free of controlled airspace so you will be the King or Queen of the skies on these taster lessons from Earls Colne!
Cruise over the coastline on these thrilling Flying Lessons In Essex! This family run school occupies an enviable position just yards from the beach at Clacton on Sea so when you take off you will have the amazing viewpoint of the sea on one side and countryside on the other.As well as its rather unique geographical position the club actually owns Clacton Airfield so there's no jostling for slots with commercial traffic or other flying clubs and that in turn means very little waiting time and there are no landing fees here either. The team at Clacton is very proud of it's Flying School as there is hangarage restoration and aircraft maintenance all on offer making it a vibrant and friendly club to to take your first lesson in flying from.Providing flight lessons since 1988 the instructors here have trained and taught many a budding pilot to get their PPL (Private Pilot's Licence) so you know you'll be in good hands. Of course learning how to fly for the uninitiated feels like a...
Take your slot in amongst the 'big boys' with these flying lessons in Glasgow! Flying out of Glasgow International Airport your lesson will see you using the same runway as large commercial airliners. This is a flight that certainly has the views of all the action on the tarmac and the 'wow' factor thrown in. So what will it be like taking off from Glasgow on your flying lesson? Well there will surely be lots to look at. On the ground you'll see the jets all lined up on stand at three piers (East West and Central) with passengers boarding ready to jet off to destinations all over the world. Then there's you in your light aircraft. Just the taxiing from the flying club's base on the north side of the airport to the runway is a fascinating voyage into the airside world of a busy international airport. The views are equally enticing from the air. Once you've been cleared for take off away you go. You might never have realised it but as you embark on your lesson flying out of Glasgow y...
Set your flight path to go straight to this Peterborough flying school if you've ever fancied learning to fly in the East of England! These flying lessons all take off from Sibson Airport a small and friendly aerodrome just west of Peterborough that's ready to welcome you to the world of General Aviation.It might seem as though this airfield tucked in amongst agricultural land and farms is a sleepy little old aerodrome but far from it. This Peterborough flying school is actually a fully CAA approved training organisation - which means you will be getting top-notch tuition in how to fly planes - and not only do they run this flying school they also manage and run the aerodrome too.As for the aircraft used for these lessons at Sibson it's the classic Cessna 152 for the two seater flights and the Piper PA28 for the four seater experiences. Both well-known aircraft are rugged stable and forgiving in the air making them ideal training aeroplanes.And although you may just be having one...
Immerse yourself in the world of General Aviation world with this Aeroplane Pilot Day Course! This is a fantastic gift for any plane fan who has always wanted to be a pilot as you spend the day at Blackpool Airport.
Hands-on lessons flying over Liverpool's iconic landmarks from John Lennon Airport on 60-minute trial flights in your choice between a two or four-seater light aircraft.
Want an in-depth flight experience that shows you just what it's like to pilot a light aircraft and packed full with loads of air time? Then hot-foot it to this Midlands-based flight centre where these extended flying lessons give you all the insider aviation knowledge.During your experience you will be treated to a real 'insiders' view of what happens at a flight school as you follow exactly the same process as someone starting out in the journey to become a fully qualified pilot. And yes if you do carry on this session will count in your pilot's log book.'Hands on' is definitely the word here as your instructor will make sure you are in control for as much of the flight as possible on this experience. Unique to this Midlands school these flying lessons let you taxi the aircraft out (and you may be surprised to know it's done with your feet!) and actually take the plane onto the active runway ready for take off.In fact as long as you're up for it and confident the only parts of this flight your highly experienced co-pilot instructor will handle are the actual take off and landing sequences. If you've really got a feel for this flying lark you will even be able to control the turn onto base leg and set up the approach to the runway prior to coming in to land. Truly thrilling and way beyond the usual trial flight experience.So where will you be flying during your lesson? Well it's truly the Midlands-wide as although it's called Coventry Airport you are actually just over the border in Warwickshire. And given that you will be in the air for around an hour you'll get to see a whole lot of the Coventry and way beyond. But of course this flight experience isn't just about the views from the cockpit. Based on two people sharing you will spend around 30 minutes up front in the hot seat honing your skills and when you're not flying you will be observing all that's going on from the rear seats of this four seater training aircraft.We think these flying lessons in the Midlands are the perfect choice for really getting to grips with what flying is all about. And as a little extra touch you can celebrate the end of your fascinating flight experience with a complimentary drink at The Oak public house at the entrance to the airfield - thought to be the unofficial officer's mess when the airfield was an RAF fighter station in WW2.