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60 Minute Flying Lesson

What does the flight include? Your trial lesson will start with a pre-flight briefing from your instructor covering your route how to read the cockpit instruments and how to handle the controls. You will then take to the skies for a full 60 minutes your instructor will demonstrate how to fly the aircraft and when you're ready give you an opportunity to take the controls for a real hands-on flying experience. After landing your instructor will answer any questions you may have and should you wish explain how you can achieve your Private Pilots Licence. How about the weather? This type of aircraft is not usually affected too badly by weather conditions. If however your experience cannot take place due to the adverse weather an alternative date will be offered to you. Where does the experience take place? Gloucestershire Bedfordshire Derbyshire Dundee Essex Glenrothes Kent Herefordshire Doncaster Northamptonshire Plymouth Stapleford Surrey Warwickshire Cleveland Cambridgeshire Liverpool West Sussex Exeter& Sheffield. What should I wear? Normal out-door clothing such as a pair of trousers. This experience is similar to driving a car where you will need to operate pedals so a pair of sensible shoes are recommended. How long should I allow for this experience? You should expect to spend approximately one and a half to two hours at the airfield. Are there any restrictions? Maximum height aproximately 6 foot 4 ins Maximum weight approximately 100kg / 225lb You should not take part if you suffer from Epilepsy or are pregnant. Upon arrival at the airfield you will be required to show some photo ID (passport or driving licence card is best) to security before being able to gain access to the airfield. This is for spectators too. Can I bring spectators? Spectators are welcome but views may be limited as you will fly away from the airfield to complete your lesson.