Escape from the city - just 10 minutes outside of the big smoke you will find Elstree Aerodrome in Hertfordshire, home to plenty of 4-seater modern planes for you to fly. In this introductory flying lesson, you'll be in the 4-seater Piper PA28 which has a dual-controlled cockpit, ideal for when you have a go with the controls during your flight. This 30-minute session is designed to give you a taster of flying as you cruise over the busy airspace just out of the centre of London. With you, you'll have an expert instructor who may have a background in the military or as a commercial airliner. Either way, you'll be in the best hands and be receiving some expert tuition on how to fly these modern planes, which are ideal for learning in by the way, and a firm favourite across many flying schools in the UK. If you've always been keen to learn how to fly, this is the perfect place to start! So book now to secure your space in the skies.
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Overview
- Flights out of Elstree Aerodrome, Hertfordshire
- Our nearest flight school to London
- Go flying in a modern 4-seater plane
- Flights are available at weekends all year
What's Included
- A preflight briefing with your pilot
- Your flight will last for 30 minutes
- There may be an opportunity to take the controls for part of the flight, at the discretion of your pilot
- Introductory flights will be in a 4-seater Piper PA28
- Flight times are quoted 'chock to chock', ie. from when the plane starts to taxi, to when it switches off at the end
- A certificate upon completion
Suitable For
- Minimum age is 14 years old
- Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
- Two forms of identity, including a photographic ID will be required on the day
Four-Seater Restrictions
- Maximum weight 16 stone
- Maximum height 6ft 3ins
Spectators
- Spectators are welcome to attend and watch participants in flight with plenty of great photo opportunities
- Participants of four seater experiences are allowed to bring an interested observer (min age 14) who can observe the lesson from the rear seat (at the discretion of the flight instructor and subject to weather conditions)
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Height: 190.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 101.00 kg
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Availability
- Flights are available on weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- All dates and flight times are subject to availability and weather conditions
Location:
- Elstree Aerodrome, Hertfordshire, within the M25
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
