2000ft Aerotow Gliding Flight - Yorkshire
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About the experience
Experience “God’s own country” from the air as you never have before, on this 2000ft Gliding Flight above North Yorkshire! Run by Burn Gliding Club, who are based at a former WWII Bomber Command airfield near Selby, this location is perhaps one of the best in this part of the UK to experience gliding from; firstly because of its scenic surroundings that look stunning from up in the air. Secondly, its positioning means that during the summer months, what the gliding team refers to as the “Pennine wave” creates optimum thermals from which to get airborne and stay there for longer. And even in the wintertime, there’s still the same thermal effect coming from nearby power stations in Drax, Eggborough and Ferrybridge - so even when it’s cold and frosty, there’s still enjoyable gliding fun to be had. Following your brief welcome on arrival, you’ll be assigned to one of the club’s fleet of twin seater gliders. After being shown the various elements of the glider, you and an expert instructor from the club will climb into the cockpit for your flight. Released by the aerotow at 2000 ft, you can expect to be up in the air for approximately 15 minutes, as you enjoy flying in this most peaceful and majestic of aircraft - no noisy engines, just the sound of the wind whistling around you as you feel weightless in the air above the White Rose county!
- Gliding with Burn Gliding Club near Selby
- Experience the 'Pennine wave'
- See the very best of 'God's own county' from the air
- Opportunity to take the controls during your flight
- 2000ft Aerotow Gliding Flight
- Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
- A powered aircraft will tow you to your chosen height for launch
- Opportunity to take the controls during your flight
- Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside
2000ft Aerotow
- Flights last around 15 minutes
Information
- The minimum age is 13
- Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
- Maximum weight 16 stone
- Maximum height 6'3"
- Gliding takes place on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Flights generally take place between 11:00 and 16:00
- During the summer months, you may be able to go gliding in the evening
- Please ensure that you book this experience well in advance to avoid disappointment
Please Note: Due to popularity, bookings are now being made for dates from February 2025 onwards. Last updated (02/10/24).
Location:
- North Yorkshire, the airfield is five miles from the M62, providing access to the A1 and M1 motorways and one mile from Selby.
Minimum Age: 13 years
Maximum Height: 192.00 cm
- For mile-high flights: In the event of low cloud on the day, 2 aerotows may be offered instead
- There is a clubhouse providing hot drinks and sandwiches, and there are pubs and local hotel and BandB's that can also be recommended.
- Please note bookings should be made a minimum of 90 days before the expiry date. Bookings made after this date can only be accepted if flight slots are available.
- Spectators are welcome to come and watch you during your experience.
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