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Experience the total tranquillity of soaring and circling on the thermals, drifting silently on the wind in a dual control glider. These gliding aircrafts are the ultimate way to fly without an engine and many people do it just for the peaceful views as they soar across the local countryside.
After a short briefing from your British Gliding Association instructor, it's time to take to the skies for an unforgettable flight. You'll have the opportunity to take the controls during your flight, and should you catch the flying bug, this first lesson counts towards a Glider Pilot's certificate.
When you arrive, you will be asked to complete a membership application form (under 18’s will require parental consent on this form). Generally you will be asked to hand in your voucher on the day, so remember to take this with you as it is your form of payment for the lesson. You will then receive a briefing from your instructor before the two of you can get going out to the airfield.
Your extended gliding experience includes helping out with various tasks associated with gliding – keeping the log, preparing to launch the gliders and such as you wait your turn to fly. Your experience will include 2 or 3 glider flights, depending on location. Each flight should last 15 to 30 minutes depending on weather conditions. This silent and graceful way to fly is what many people do to enjoy seeing the world from a different point of view.
Dates and times vary dependant on your chosen location*, some are open seven days a week and others just two, so please call your chosen centre to find out more.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Allow a full day (Duration varies depending on launch capacity and weather conditions).
*Due to high demand, customers may be placed on a waiting list when contacting Cambridge Gliding Club. Availability is extremely limited until the end of the season.
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.
Please see the following page for information on our packaging and delivery.
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Very professional and friendly staff, made me feel at ease despite my apprehension. Superb accomplyment with profession and skilled pilot. Safety 110%. A perfect experience with lovely people. Will never forget this lovely day. Thank you.
2 locations across the UK
Please note some locations indicated on the map may not be completely accurate and should not be used when planning directions.
