Microlighting Flight Experience Day Gift Pack

Product Description

Microlighting perfectly captures the spirit of early aviation; pioneering, thrilling & a touch eccentric. These quirky little aircrafts, with their panoramic views from the cockpit, are ideal for short trips over the countryside. Flying a microlight is the perfect treat on a fine summers day! The instructors will give you a thorough briefing & then take you on a trial microlight flying lesson. We are sure you will end up as enthusiastic as they are! Typical Programme To start the day you will be given a detailed briefing from your instructor, which

Includes:: how to use the microlights dual controls, how to enter the microlight safely & pre-take off checks. You then take to the sky, climbing up to 1500 feet above ground level in a flex-wing (open cockpit) or fixed wing (closed cockpit
- similar to a mini plane) aircraft (please state preference at time of booking). The instructor will demonstrate the controls & then, if the instructor is happy, control of the microlight will be passed to you. Happy flying! Duration & Group Size Your total experience will last for Approx. 1 hour, with 20 to 30 minutes in the microlight. Fitness Requirements & Previous Experience Maximum weight 89-114kg (14-18 st) depending on the location. Max height 1.9m (6ft 3in). This may not suitable if you suffer from epilepsy, severe head injuries, recurrent fainting, giddiness or blackouts, high blood pressure, heart disease or diabetes. Minimum Age You must be at least 17 years old, under 18s need to be accompanied by an adult. Locations & Availability Bedfordshire, Sandy Cambridgeshire, Ely Cambridgeshire, Peterborough Cheshire, Sandbach Derbyshire, Asbourne Devon, Honiton East Riding, Hull Essex, Upminster Hampshire, Micheldever Kent, Rochester Lancashire, Lancaster Lincolnshire, Langworth Northamptonshire, Sywell Northumberl&, Felton South Yorkshire, Belton West Midlands, Stourbridge Wiltshire, Marlborough This experience is available on selected Monday to Sunday dates, throughout the year. However April to September are the recommended flying months. This activity is dependent on appropriate weather conditions. Please Note - This gift experience is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied up to the value stated.