60 Minute Four-Seater Light Aircraft Lesson - Gloucestershire
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Embark on an exhilarating adventure with flying lessons at Gloucestershire Airport! You can seize the opportunity to soar through the skies with 60-minute vouchers for experiences in four-seater planes. Formerly known as Staverton, Gloucestershire Airport boasts a rich history as a major RAF flying training centre. Today, it remains a highly popular destination, accommodating over 90,000 movements annually across its three asphalt and one grass runway. Your experience begins with a comprehensive safety briefing and expert guidance from a qualified flying instructor, who will walk you through the technical intricacies of piloting an aircraft and prepare you for the upcoming flight. Stepping out onto the apron, you'll be introduced to your aircraft for the day - a 172 four-seater light aircraft renowned for its user-friendly controls and smooth handling. Following pre-flight checks and radio clearance, get ready to taxi down the runway for an unforgettable take-off on your thrilling flying lesson. As you glide through the clouds and endless blue skies, you'll feel the sheer power of flight, before smoothly transitioning control back to your instructor for the final descent. These flying lessons at Gloucestershire Airport cater to novices and also contribute towards your PPL (Private Pilot License) hours, should you be inspired to pursue further lessons. Experience the unmatched thrill of flight at one of the UK's premier aviation facilities.
- Fly from Gloucestershire Airport
- Full range of lessons available
- Hosted by Staverton Flying School
- Aviator restaurant for food and views!
- 60 Minute Four-Seater Lesson
- A pre-flight briefing with your instructor
- A 60 Minute Flight in a four-seater Cessna 172
- The instructor handles take-off and landing
- During the flight, you will have the opportunity to take the controls
- After the flight, you will have an opportunity to ask questions and be presented with a first-flight certificate
Information
- Minimum age is 14
- Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
- Participants weighing over 15 stone should purchase the four-seater voucher
- Maximum height 6ft 4ins
- Tuesdays to Saturdays throughout the year
- Flights may be postponed if the weather conditions are poor
- Gloucestershire Airport, Staverton in Gloucestershire
- Halfway between Cheltenham and Gloucester with easy access from Junction 11 of the M5
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Height: 193.04 cm
- Spectators are very welcome to watch the take-off and landing
- Passengers are not permitted on flights at this training school
- The nearby Aviator restaurant provides superb views across the airfield with hot and cold food available from 9.00am to 9.00pm every day
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