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Have you ever dreamt of flying an aircraft? Take a flying lesson in Gloucestershire and get some real hands-on experience. You will handle an aircraft all by yourself with a fully qualified instructor by your side. Do not hesitate and buy your flying experience today!
Get your first flying experience with this 20 minutes flying lesson! First your instructor will give you a lesson in aviation. After you instruction you'll get into the plane and take off.
Itinerary
pre-flight briefing
introduction to the operation of the aircraft's control systems
pre-flight external check of the aircraft
20 minutes flight
Post-flight briefing
Certificate of aviation
Vital Information
Minimum age is 16 years old. The maximum weight allowed is 17 stone (108kg). Diabetics and those with heart conditions may be required to produce a medical certificate. If in doubt, please consult your doctor.
The Weather
All flights are dependent on weather conditions and operational requirements of the airport.
Session Length
Your session will last for approximately 1-2 hour. This includes your briefing, 20 minutes flight time and a debriefing with an aviation certificate.
Numbers
Flight instructions may be shared. The flight will be with your flight instructor only.
Spectators
Feel free to bring your friends and family with you to share your special experience. The Airfield has an excellent café and restaurant on site with good views of the airfield where there is always something interesting to watch and something scrumptious on the menu.
What To Wear
Flying gear (Headsets, hi-vis jackets and ear defenders) will be supplied on site. Casual clothing is advised and we recommend that you wear trousers and flat shoes. (Not sandals or flip-flops!)
Availability
The flying club operates seven days a week. Flights will scheduled during the day.
Location
Gloucestershire
Code : P02936
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Flying Lesson in Gloucestershire: Fascinating Facts
Gloucestershire Airport is a regional facility that has a key role to play in meeting the demand for airport capacity in the region. Opened in 1931, the airport has been progressively developed during the last 75 years to meet the needs of aerospace business and the stringent requirements of the Civil Aviation Authority.
Gloucestershire Airport is a regional airport with a business focus and is historically one of the busiest airfields in the UK. Just four miles from Cheltenham, home of prestigious horse-racing, literature and music festivals and only six miles from the cathedral city of Gloucester.
The airport provides easy access to the South West and the Midlands as well as London. It has excellent public transport connections and is close to the A40, M5 and M4 motorway networks.
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Flying Lesson in Gloucestershire: Restrictions
Minimum age is 16 years old. The maximum weight allowed is 17 stone (108kg). Diabetics and those with heart conditions may be required to produce a medical certificate. If in doubt, please consult your doctor. Flying gear (Headsets, Hi-Viz jackets and ear-defenders) will be supplied on site. Casual clothing is advised and we recommend that you wear trousers and flat shoes. (Not sandals or flip-flops!) Plesse contact the location to check the weather condition before your experience.
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