Experience the thrill of piloting a four-seater aircraft with a fantastic 30-minute trial lesson at Staverton Flying School! Departing from Gloucestershire Airport, which many still affectionately call Staverton, this school offers an authentic flying experience.
Your lesson kicks off with a comprehensive safety briefing and a detailed explanation from a qualified instructor about the ins and outs of flying a plane. Then, you'll get acquainted with your aircraft—the trusty four-seater Cessna 172, renowned for its user-friendly controls and smooth flying.
Once pre-flight checks and radio clearance are sorted, it's time to taxi down the runway and soar into the skies. With the controls in your hands, under the careful guidance of your instructor, you'll navigate the picturesque Gloucestershire landscape, admiring patchwork fields and charming countryside below. It's an absolutely breathtaking experience you won't want to miss! Grab your voucher today and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the skies.
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Overview
- 30 Minute four seater flying lesson from Gloucestershire Airport
- See Gloucestershires countryside from a birds-eye-view
- Airport handles over 90,000 movements each year
- This voucher is valid for One person
What's Included
- 30 Minute trial flying lesson in a four seater Cessna 172
- A pre flight briefing with your instructor
- Your selected flight time in a four seater Cessna 172
- Take off and landing are handled by the instructor
- 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
Suitable For
- Minimum age is 14
- Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
4 Seater Restrictions
- Participants weighing over 14 stone should purchase the four seater voucher
- Maximum weight 18 stone (114kg)
- Maximum height 6ft 4ins (193cm)
Availability
- Flights are available Tuesdays to Saturdays throughout the year
- Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
Location:
- Gloucestershire Airport, Staverton in Gloucestershire
- Halfway between Cheltenham and Gloucester, with easy access from Junction 11 of the M5
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Height: 193.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 114.00 kg
Spectators
- Spectators are more than welcome to watch both take off and landing
- Passengers are not permitted on flights at this training school
- Nearby Aviator restaurant provides superb views across the airfield with hot and cold food available from 09:00am to 09:00pm everyday
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
