For those of you who are passionate about aviation history and also want to learn how to fly, a lesson departing from North Weald Airfield simply has to be on your agenda. Flying has been taking place at this historic airfield since 1916, during World War 1 and had continued use through World War 2 and beyond, when the RAF finally moved out in 1964. With the chance to depart from the same airfield as used by pilots throughout the Battle of Britain and the rest of the twentieth century, this is a rare opportunity to get so close to history. Not only will this lesson give you a slice of aviation history, but the chance to learn how to fly a 4 seater Cessna 172 with some of the best, most enthusiastic pilots around. The flying school here is the only CAA Approved Training Organisation operating out of North Weald so there’s no doubt that for the duration of your flight, you will be in the best hands. Not only will you be taught how to fly the aircraft, but be given a through briefing on explaining how the aircraft works and all the accompanying instrumentation. Our instructors believe this is particularly important before you get set in the skies so you have the right foundations to fly. If you, or somebody you know is a passionate history buff who has been talking about learning to fly for years, you won’t want to miss out on a flying lesson from North Weald.
Trial flying lesson from North Weald airfield
CAA Approved Training Organisation
A superb airfield with lots of aviation history!
After a welcome and introduction your instructor will talk you through the pre-flight checks
Once airborne you will have the chance to take the controls and fly the aircraft
All flight durations are from 'brakes on to brakes off'
Instruction flying time will count towards your pilot licence training should you decide to start lessons
North Weald Airfield, Essex
There is no minimum age however for flight time to count towards gaining your licence the minimum age is 14
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
Photographic ID will be required on the day
Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Height: 190.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 107.00 kg
Spectators are welcome to attend and watch participants in flight with plenty of great photo opportunities
Participants of the 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)
All flights are subject to weather conditions and air traffic control clearance
Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
Although time slots are allocated please be aware that aircraft lessons are subject to a number of factors which may cause delay to your scheduled time
Whilst every effort will be made to help keep you on time we ask for a degree of flexibility due to the nature of flying, air traffic delays and weather considerations
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60 Minute Cessna 172 Flying Lesson - Essex Near Me
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Phillip ashdown
Excellent flying lesson. Highly recommended
Richard
Had a flying lesson voucher for north Weald in Essex, Steve the instructor was totally amazing and made it a great experience, all the other staff I met on the day were also great so many thanks to you all
Dave Edgell
A great experience, second to none.
Michael Hadjimichael
What a brilliant experience! Flew out of North Weald and was great to share the experience with my young daughter who got to sit in the cockpit with me before take-off. Mark the pilot was great, and was fortunate with the weather to be able to see for miles! Got some great pics of some important places to me and felt like we were up there for ages. A lifelong dream fulfilled! Amazing day...thank you
Andy Sheridan
Everything better than expected
Arturas
Excellent. Thanks!!!
CJ Smith
Absolutely loved the experience. They were running a little late due to fog but that just meant that we had time to have food & drinks in the cafe. North Weald is a great location with so much going on & was brilliant as my little boy could watch me taking off & landing & was even allowed to look at the planes & sit in the cockpit etc which just made the whole day more special for us. The pilot was brilliant & I was amazed at how long I actually got to fly the plane for. I highly recommend it. I was bought it as a present & it was really different & very special
Barry Pearce
I flue from north Weald air field . Just excellent, mark the instructor was fantastic made it so easy to understand, a trueley amazing day ,, thank you
Elena Wallace
18 July 2024
Was completely surprised and excited to receive gift voucher for my 50th birthday! It was so easy to book and arrange, and I can’t wait for the experience!
Jenna Amico
18 October 2024
Brilliant experience.
Easy to book and really friendly service!
Would love to do it again soon!
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