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30 Minute Flying Lesson In A Ikarus C42 in Southampton

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Overview
Get a taste for flying with this microlight trial session over the scenic Solent coastline. Not only will you be treated to spectacular views throughout this flight, but benefit from the expert tuition from a pilot as they teach you how to fly. Like all good flight experiences, this one starts with a ground briefing as your instructor takes you through the basic safety measures and how to control the plane. There’s no need to panic about mastering a take off as the pilot will take care of that, and only hand over the controls once you’re nice and relaxed in the skies. You’ll also be glad to know not only will you be in the best hands throughout this experience, but be flying the ideal aircraft for learning. The C42 is a super light sports aircraft with a fully enclosed cockpit and is known for its stable handling and ease of controls. Not only is it great for beginners, but it’s also known for being agile and quiet - the best of both worlds when it comes to flying. Once you’ve settled in the controls start to become second nature, you’ll soon be appreciating the stunning views all around you. Flying over Southampton and Portsmouth is a treat as you will get amazing views of Portsmouth Harbour and the Spinnaker Tower that look all the more spectacular from a distance. For unique views over the Solent and a masterclass in learning to fly a microlight aircraft, look no further.

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Overview

  • Trial flying lessons over the Solent and beyond
  • Get airborne in an Ikarus C42
  • Flight paths take you over some fascinating sights
  • Plenty of time to take control and fly the Ikarus

What's Included

  • Portsmouth Harbour and the Spinnaker Tower
  • Trial flying lesson in an Ikarus C42 'microlight' class aircraft
  • Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
  • Experience what it's like to pilot a light aircraft
  • Tuition from a qualified flying instructor
  • Personalised flight certificate
  • Trial flying lessons count towards your flying hours should you go on to learn to fly

Suitability

  • Minimum age 14
  • Under 18s must be accompanied on site by an adult
  • Generally the maximum weight is 14 stone, should you be close to this limit please contact Into the Blue for further information

Spectators

  • Spectators are welcome to come along and watch the action

Restrictions

Minimum Age: 14 years

Maximum Height: 193.00 cm

Maximum Weight: 88.00 kg

Availability

  • Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year excluding Mondays
  • All flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
  • Flight take off from Lower Upham Airfield, Bishops Waltham, Hampshire


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Customer Reviews for the 30 Minute Flying Lesson In A Ikarus C42 in Southampton

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Graham Bye
First class from beginning to end. Very friendly people in a lovely location. Mark my instructor was extremely informative and very helpful. He gave me lots of confidence and made this one of the most enjoyable things Ive done in a long time. Thankyou all so much
Allen Rushby
This was a 70th birthday gift from my family. The guys at the flying school were absolutely brilliant and instructor Hugh made my flight such a great experience. I would thoroughly recommend.
Steve
Informal atmosphere, professional but relaxed instructor. Absolutely loved it and would not be disappointed if I received this experience as a gift again.
Geoffrey Pearce
A brilliant experience.
Steven Mark Pearce
My son had a fantastic time flying the plane. The staff where very helpful and he wishes to do it again. I would recommend to any one who has an interest in planes and flying
Rob Sawyer
Very accommodating as I didnt want to do the pleasure flight trip as I used to have a PPL, so they let me do three circuits, great fun. Thoroughly enjoyable and a lovely setting friendly people. Go do it
Rob Sawyer
Simply brilliant.
Martin
Superb company friendly and spent over 1 hour in the air with lots of hands on. Highly Recommedned
David Bennett
Excellent experience. A small airfield with friendly staff. I was made very welcome and talked around the plane and the controls. Takeoff was taken by the pilot but I was soon passed the controls and guided in flying the plane. It was a very hot day with lots of thermals to keep me on my toes by adjusting the trim. With a choice of destinations I chose to fly over Portsmouth Harbour, up the coast to the Witterings and back inland.
Andrew Knight
Best flying experience ever, was like an adventure, plenty of hands on flying. Highly recommend the land away experience. Saving up for another.
Peter Tew
Amazing experience. Would thoroughly recommend already have. Will definitely be doing another flight with them
Ian Millar
The arrangement had to be cancelled afew times due to the weather but the providers were veryfriendly and shared the frustration.The esperience was brilliant flying over Portsmouth Harbour to the Isle of Wight with plenty of time to take the controls.
Richard Moore
I had a 60 minute lesson with Solent Flight who operate Icarus C42s from Lower Upham, a small grass strip near Bishops Waltham. They are a very friendly crowd, led by Andy and I was made to feel very welcome which dispelled any slight nervousness. My Instructor was relaxed and took care to explain the various controls and the necessary procedures before takeoff.Once airborne he handed control over to me and I flew the aeroplane down to Portsmouth and across the Solent to Sandown on the Island. Here the Instructor took control for a low pass over the runway before handing back to me for the return to the airfield. I entered the circuit at Lower Upham and then handed back control for the landing.I learned a great deal, had a fabulous time and cant wait to go again.
Sharon Ford
I had a great time , thanks to my brother for treating me as a special birthday gift. My pilot Paul, was very clear in his instructions and gave me many interesting details of where we were flying. The weather was the best that week so I was able to take pictures to remind me of the day. The ground crew also offered to take a few photos to capture the experience.
Howard Moore
15 August 2025
Everthing I hoped it would be. I had not flown for over 30 years and most of that was in gliders I therefore found that I had to concentrate to maintain the required input from the instructor who entrusted the controls to me for the entire flight apart frpm take off and landing. a really professional delivery by the instructor.
Howard Moore
04 November 2025
Excellent all round. I had not flown for over 30 years and so it was an hours full on concentration as I had control from directly after take off until landing..
Colin Sutch
16 March 2026
Fab my pilot was very good and knowledgeable about the area we flew over
Richard
24 March 2026
I just had my flight today and couldnt have enjoyed it more. The weather was perfect and my pilot nick was fantastic. He accommodated a flight over the needles and he was fantastic at explaining everything along the way. Cant recommend the experience highly enough. I cant imagine anyone who wouldnt love it..... Obviously excluding fear of heights Long and short if youre thinking of it for someone just go ahead and book with these guys.. You wont go wrong.
Amazing experience
09 April 2026
Very smooth and easy to organise, unforgettable experience, very professional but friendly staff. Highly recommend