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.
Accompanied by a 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 s
ky for yourself and this often includes the actual
take-off. This first flight will earn you a personalised flight certificate 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!
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Your experience of at least one hour will take you over the Humber Bridge and Spurn Point if the weather permits, and other routes are available. Please discuss your requirements with your Instructor on booking your flight. Shorter flights do not give you the opportunity to fly the aircraft and see the local area, and extended flights are available by prior arrangement.
Soloflight Flying Gift Cards
start at £130 for your 1 hour experience and make ideal gifts for any occasion. Payments by cheque, cash and Paypal (Administration charge applicable) are accepted.
Soloflight conduct all their flight training on Piper Warrior four seat aircraft and therefore one or two of your friends are welcome to enjoy this first one hour flight with you for only an extra £10 each, perhaps to record the event with a camera. 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.
Call Sandra for more information or to book your Soloflight Flying Gift Card on 01652 688 833 or click to BUY NOW
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.
If engine the engine stops, what will happen? Click to BUY NOW
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.
Delta Aviation is not a Soloflight Company and does not operate from Humberside Airport
On the day of your flight at Humberside Airport: Essential Information
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.
Duration
Please allow a couple of hours for your whole experience; your flight will be around 60 minutes. 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 £99:00 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 MRAeS
