Many people would love to try piloting a light aircraft, but naturally feel apprehensive taking that first step into the cockpit. The answer is a Soloflight Flying Gift Card.
Soloflight Flying Gift Cards start at £107 for a 1 hour experience and make ideal gifts for any occasion. A ground briefing is included in the price and is followed by actual flight time of approximately 30 minutes. Flight time can be extended for an extra payment. Please let us know how long you would like to fly when you book. Full terms and conditions available in the shop pages.
Free annual membership for one person and worth £100 is also included in the cost. Soloflight conduct all their flight training on Piper Warrior four seat aircraft. If you have friends who are interested in learning to fly too, they can share your lesson at no extra cost once they become temporary Club members. The cost for their one month membership is £10 each and valid for all their lessons too.
As the weight and balance of the aircraft is important for safety, please advise the approximate weights of all participants prior to booking to ensure that all people are able to fly. Flying Gift Cards are valid for 3 months.
Payments by cheque, postal order, cash and Paypal are accepted (Administration charge applicable for Paypal only). Free postage and packing.
Call Sandra on 01652 688 833 to order
Accompanied by a professional Qualified Flying Instructor early fears are soon dispelled together with many of the myths and legends, in a local experience lasting at least one hour. The Instructor will afford you every opportunity to manoeuvre the aircraft around the sky for yourself and this often includes the actual take-off. This first flight will earn you a personalised flight certificate (see below) signed by the Instructor and may be credited towards your own pilots licence, although one lady of 90 years from Hull was satisfied to have earned her colourful souvenir!
Like what you've seen?
Your experience of at least one hour will include flying over the Humber Bridge, if the weather permits. You can extend your flight time for an extra fee, and include Spurn Point or maybe even your home. Other routes are available. Please discuss your requirements with your Instructor on booking your flight. All flights give you an opportunity to fly the aircraft and see the local area, and extended flights are available by prior arrangement.
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Is it hard to learn to fly?
No. People of all shapes and sizes, ages and abilities have learned to fly. It’s fun, and from the beginning of your training, you get to do most of the actual flying! On the practical side, while flying isn’t a difficult skill to learn, you’ll have to be willing to stick with it until you meet all the requirements. Also, you should consider the cost of becoming a pilot - you’ll have to pay for your medical examination and your lessons.
Yes. A well-built and well-maintained aircraft flown by a competent and prudent pilot is as safe or safer than many other forms of transportation.
Modern aircraft engines are reliable and failure rarely occurs. However, your instructor is well trained to land the aircraft safely and your lessons will cover what to do in this situation, including selecting a good landing area and safely landing.
Worried about Flying?
Learning to fly can open up a world of great new experiences. Each day, about 3 million people fly for pleasure or on business. Courses are available and we can help answer your questions.
We would like you to have an enjoyable experience with Soloflight, so please read the information below carefully. We look forward to flying with you.
You must arrive at least 30 minutes before the time of your booking to allow for security procedures and safety briefings. Arrival after this time may mean a reduced duration of your flight.
Security Information
All persons over 16 who are flying in the aircraft must bring identification comprising of a bank or credit card or Driving Licence (passport not essential) to pass security checks.
Weather
Whilst we endeavour to complete your flight as booked, flying is weather dependent and we will not compromise safety. Please call Soloflight at least 2 hours prior to your flight, before setting off, to confirm your arrival time and ensure the flight is going ahead. If your flight is cancelled because of the weather or a technical difficulty, we will re-book it at the earliest available time. Do not try to judge the suitability of the weather for yourself.
Duration
Please allow a couple of hours for your whole experience; your flight time will vary according to the package purchased. Prior to your flight, you will be briefed about the use of the aircraft safety harness and other safety equipment. Your Instructor will explain some of the sensations likely to be experienced during the flight and how to clear your ears if necessary.
What to Wear / Equipment
Dress comfortably and wear flat soled shoes, warm clothing is recommended as are sunglasses.
Group Size / Spectators
Spectators are welcome and there are facilities and refreshments at the main airport
Terminal as well as a children’s play area.
Availability
Flying Gift Cards are available throughout the year and are valid for three months.
Extensions beyond three months can be arranged for an extra charge.
Restrictions
For the Pilot the age range is 10 – 100+. Maximum weight 22 stone. The main criteria is being able to reach the rudder pedals with your feet, but this is not essential for the Trial Flight. A rear seat passengers under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Private Pilot Course Summary.
Having experienced this first trip and decided to earn your own pilots licence lets take a look at what's involved and what it costs for a Private Pilots Licence on a “fixed wing” light aircraft. More information on the FAQ page.
The Civil Aviation Authority approved course of 45 flying hours is well within the capabilities of most people. Subject to a short assessment flight such as the Flying Gift Card with the Chief Flying Instructor, Soloflight will guarantee the completion of your pilots licence course within 50 flying hours. Any further flying required for completion being absolutely free! Ask at the office for details.
National Private Pilot Licence is only 32 hours. Full details of both courses are available on request.
Of the 45 required hours a minimum of some 10 hours are SOLO. The average time to achieve first SOLO being from 15-20 hours. Not too important as some “solo” earlier and some later and often depending upon the right weather conditions at the time.
Flying cross country navigation exercises are also part of your syllabus and therefore do not be surprised if in the course of training you fly a trip to France for lunch with an Instructor and other students. Take a look at the Flying Visits page for some ideas.
Many BUSINESS TRIPS are undertaken by students and Club Pilots during training and many members regularly fly themselves across to France and Germany on day trips of value to their company and home in time for dinner. Two or three flying together privately, regularly undercut normal Airline costs and utilise smaller airfields closer to their business destinations avoiding totally, the frustration found at large airports.
You might guess that Student Pilots age in range from 13 years to 60. There is no minimum or maximum age restriction on beginning the course. Flights can be logged no matter what your age, but won't be counted towards the minimum requirement until age 14. The “first solo flight” can be achieved at 16 years of age.
A current medical certificate is the only requisite to holding a pilots licence.
Nine out of ten qualified pilots hire and fly their friends in a four seat aircraft. They can legally share the costs of hire. A quality four seat aircraft such as the Piper Warrior affords you every confidence to fly any three of your friends or family upon the completion of your course. Typically, four may fly to France for a day or weekend at a total hire cost of £95:00 each.
Currently, hire of the aircraft costs £110:00 per flying hour with the Instructor £25 per hour inclusive and includes pre-flight briefing time in class. Completion of your PILOTS COURSE all conducted on a four seat Piper equates to approx. some £6,500 including the multi-Choice ground exam papers. These multi-choice exam papers take their questions from five interesting training books, supported by various videos available to watch here at Soloflight. We also offer ground school instruction for the written exams.
The real academic requirements to earn your Private Pilots Licence have always proven to be common sense and an enthusiasm to learn to fly.
Once you have gained your Private Pilot Licence, you may go on to fly the “complex” single (retractable undercarriage, larger engine), 6-seat twin-engine aircraft, learn to fly by instruments or at night.
Soloflight has been established at Humberside Airport since 1977 and has Students and Club Members from all walks of life.
Bookings and further information are available by contacting Sandra on 01652 688 833 at Soloflight, Humberside Airport, Kirmington.
We look forward to flying with you soon.
Mel Stewart
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