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30 Minute Trial Flying Lesson in Chester

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Overview
Experience the thrill of flight with a 30-minute flying lesson from Hawarden Airport, ideally located for visitors from Chester, North Wales and Liverpool. This hands-on experience gives you the chance to take the controls of a real aircraft while enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, coastline and mountains. Located just four miles from Chester on the Wales–England border, Hawarden Airport provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable introduction to aviation. Under the guidance of a qualified instructor, you will learn the basics of flying, including straight and level flight, turns and other key manoeuvres. As these sessions are treated as genuine introductory lessons, your flight time can be logged towards future pilot training. Hawarden is also rich in aviation heritage, with a long history of aircraft manufacturing dating back to the Wellington and Lancaster bombers. Today, the nearby Airbus facility produces aircraft wings, and if you're lucky, you may even spot the famous Airbus Beluga during your visit. Whether you are thinking about learning to fly or simply looking for a unique adventure, these trial flying lessons offer an exciting first taste of life in the cockpit.

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Overview

  • Enjoy a 30-minute trial flying lesson in a 2 Seater PA-38 or 4 Seater PA-28
  • All lessons are conducted by a fully qualified pilot
  • At the pilot's discretion, you may fly over a favourite local landmark
  • This voucher is valid for One person

What's Included

  • A trial flying lesson in a 2 Seater PA-38 or 4 Seater PA-28
  • Welcome, introduction and pre-flight briefing
  • All lessons are conducted by a fully qualified pilot
  • The opportunity to take control of the aircraft after takeoff
  • At the pilot's discretion, you may fly over a favourite local landmark
  • 30-minute lessons provide approximately 15 mins taxiing and 15 minutes airborne
  • Flying time includes taxi time and can be counted towards your Private Pilot's Licence

Suitable For

  • Minimum age 14 years
  • Under 18s must be accompanied on the airfield by an adult
  • The aircraft used will be determined by participant weight at the time of booking
  • Maximum weight 18 stone / 115kg

Availability

  • Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
  • Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions

Location:

  • Hawarden Airport (also known as Chester Airport)
  • Conveniently located 4 miles west of Chester
  • Easy access to North Wales and the motorway network

Restrictions

Minimum Age: 14 years

Maximum Weight: 115.00 kg

This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.

Anything Else

  • Photographs and videos of your experience are available to purchase
  • Flying lessons count towards a pilot's licence
  • Spectators are welcome but will only be able to view the take-off and landing

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

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Customer Reviews for the 30 Minute Trial Flying Lesson in Chester

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Steve Thomas
A brilliant experience. The weather made it challenging as it was very windy. but this made it more interesting. Also because Liverpool is a commercial airport, we had to circle round and wait for a landing slot which extended the flight beyond the allotted time.
Adrian
Excellent idea for a birthday gift. Good taster if you contemplate flying lessons. The instructor was pleasant amd confident. Recommended.
Jerry
Brilliant experience loved it.
Ian Salisbury
A fabulous experience have never flown before and really enjoyed it the pilot puts you at ease so good.
Peter
great experience only downside was air traffic towards the end of the flight
Paul Wharmby
Excellent bought for me as a Christmas present just fab
Robin Thornton
Lots of time in the air lots of time at the controls
Glyn Griffiths
I was expertly guided every step of the way through my experience. I was fully involved at all times and felt that every pound spent actually bought me something 100 VFM.The pilot was extremely engaging and gave very clear understandable instruction.
John Gaskell
Excellent experience,great staff thou would recommend
Robert
it was quite difficult to find the site from the directions given. However the friendly staff more than made up for it and I had a wonderful experience.
James Johnson
From when we arrived at the liverpool centre we felt at ease with staff and they introduce our pilot who talked us through everything that was going to happen during the flight experience and got to say it was brilliant throughout I would defo recommend this st liverpool airport and steve our pilot was great
Gerard Loftus
After a few near starts due to poor weather I had my flight today. It was brilliant from start to finish. Thanks to Lucas at Merseyflight for a great experience.
Jean Challoner
My Husband thoroughly enjoyed every minute of his hour flight will definitely recommended to likeminded friends
Kevin McEvoy
Excellent experience and the staff at merseyflight were very professional and ensure do I had a wonderful experience
Jenni
Didnt stop smiling, such a great experience and would do it all again in a heart beat
Danielle
One of the most incredible experiences of my life Worth every penny Thankyou to everyone at Merseyflight for the amazing experience.
James Northrop
Really great experience with really friendly people Definitely one to have on your bucket list if it isnt already
Brian
Great experience and great instructor just wish I could afforded to complete the courses.
Peter P
Had a wonderful experience with a great pilot. Highly recommended
Ryan
Very fun experience I would definitely love to do it again, and would recommend to others
Aditi Patel
It was good experience doing a 4 seater 30 min flying lesson at Merseyflight flying school. They cancelled a few times due to winds etc but cooperated fine in the end.
Don Glover
Did what it said on the tin, just like I thought it would. Thanks
Aksa
Excellent service, brilliant experience. Steve was great at teaching me the controls and letting me take over. Thank you. We will be back
Claire Lavin
Excellent experience. The instructor was great, explaining things well. We had variable weather which was surprisingly a good thing as I got to see how quickly things can change and how the instructor dealt with it. Also got to see some good views of the area.
Carol Cubbin
Excellent adventure and worth every penny. We were looked after from beginning to end. We shall be booking again.
Daniel Kennedy
Wonderful surprise Everything explained and flight was an eye opener. Only downside was interference on the radio in the cabin. Would love to do it again but for an hour
Alexa
It was amazing, I had a great time and would love to do it. My instructor made the whole experience even better, he was calm and friendly and also passionate about flying, and this made me even more enthusiastic about it. I would totally recommend to anyone who wants to try something new, who wants to conquer some fears or who just wants to have an amazing time. Thank you
Stephanie Mole
Id say its one of my best birthday presents ever. Such a fabulous experience. My husband came with me and throughly enjoyed it too. We couldnt have asked for a clearer day, the weather was fantastic and i would definately do it again. The staff and pilot were really friendly and made you feel very welcome.
Colin Vickers
A fantastic experience. Cant wait for the next lesson.
Shonna Jackson
The flying experience was excellent. My mum really enjoyed it. I would recommend this to anyone.
Alia brewster
My husband is still buzzing from the experience the guy was super friendly
Eve Lawson
It was the best experience ever Thoroughly recommend it
Paul MurtaghDavies
Had a great experience. The instructor takes you through the controls and explains what we will be doing before hand. The instructor takes off and lands you do the in between.
Michelle Smith
I had bought a flying experience for my son for his 21st birthday . We booked a four seater so it enabled him to share the experience with someone else ,I think that made all of the difference to him and made it more special . Everyone was friendly and professional. Thank you he was buzzing
Andy Craven
What a wonderful trip. Both Andy and passenger Rachel had the most amazing half hour trip. The pilot was very friendly and informative and the souvenir photograph is first class. I would highly recommend this as a surprise gift.
Matt Cooper
Very fun and interesting Had a great time and am definitely recommending this. Very good value for money also.
Malcolm
My flying instructor was very approachable and explained everything about the flight, I had plenty of hands on flying experience with the aircraft in a busy airport environment.Would certainly recommend it to anyone
Tony
Fantastic experience. Flight took in all the major landmarks. Pilot was friendly and informative and I received plenty of hands on time with the plane.
SUKHBIR UPPAL
enjoyed every moment
Sukhbir Uppal
Loved the flight and the trainer was excellent well acknowlged would definatley be gong again.
Ian Halfhead
Very good, nice experience
Christian Meadows
This was amazing and I really enjoyed it The pilot was incredibly friendly and your certain to love every second
Dave Maidment
I had a lovely experience and took a friend. Thank you all involved.
John Willdridge
02 September 2025
Great, better than expected. I was given control of the plane shortly after take off. And flew it for the remaining time with minimal guidance until instructor landed the plane. I was then given control to taxi back to the entry to the controlled parking area at which point instructor took control to safely park the aircraft. Well worth the experience. I have since enrolled with Mersey flight for LAPPL trainingJW
William Glover
A thoroughly enjoyable experience something I wish I had done many years ago, I think I have missed my true vocation in life. Adam did a wonderful job and everyone did their level best to make it a most memorable experience. By Bill Glover
Peter Reilly
Excellent trip.
gary molyneux
27 October 2025
brilliant day loved every minute great instructor jonathan a great price for a great experience thanks
Darren Smith
Everybody must try this it was amazin
Alan Malthouse
I was extremely happy with the flight lesson and had a excellent pilot who talked me thru everything clearly and precisely am seriously considering carrying on with lessons fantastic panoramic viewsAlan Malthouse
Neil
Weather conditions a little tricky even hale stones at one point and once up in the plane really windy and a little bit stomach churning but overall the experience was amazing
Jay
Excellent experience, well recommended and great staff at the venue. looking forward to another go
Kevin Griibbin
This was a fantastic experience. Everything ran smoothly. Our pilot was friendly, efficient and gave us plenty of opportunity to take control throughout the flight. Would highly recommend.
Docvic
Having had at least one attempt aborted due to weather conditions, I was advised, when I phoned to check, that it was just possible to fly due to wind visibility. I eventually located the operator a longish walk down an unmade track completed the paperwork.I suppose it was preferable to experience flying a plane in those conditions being thrown about by the wind rather than just point go, but the instructor was tolrant seemingly unruffled.Possibly the flying time which is 20 minutes could have been a little longer it should be pointed out that you must be uder 14 stones to do it entry to the cockpit of the 2 seater is by dropping down through a hatch type door into the seat after climbing onto the wing.Altogether though an interesting experience