Experiences - Gliding

Ultimate Gliding (from Activity Superstore)
Sail and soar through the sky. Let us introduce you to this absorbing sport at some of the top clubs in the country. It's a fantastic chance to experience the excitement of powerless flights. This introduction to gliding will really get you into the sport. Depending on the location and availability, you can either have your 3 flights (although the precise number will depend on weather and other conditions) one after the other or you can space them out over the day, which ever option you decide upon you will be able to spend the rest of the day seeing other aspects of a gliding club - helping with the launches etc. It's a great experience!... see more details and buy online
Gliding at Booker Gliding Club (from Activity Superstore)
Let us introduce you to this absorbing sport at one of the country's most prestigious gliding clubs. Set close to the Chilterns, this professionally run club is the perfect place to introduce you to the thrill of powerless flights. Your half day at the club includes three flights by aero tow, course notes, all tuition, and a month's club membership (giving you reduced rates for flying) so you can return for more if you wish! Please note that the precise number of flights and the duration of flights may vary according to the weather conditions. Your flights are likely to be all together, either in the morning or the afternoon, but the club encourages you to spend the full day there so that you can really get involved.... see more details and buy online
20 Minute Microlight Flight (from Activity Superstore)
Microlighting perfectly captures the spirit of early aviation; pioneering, thrilling and 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 summer's day! The instructors will give you a thorough briefing and then take you on a trial microlight flying lesson. We are sure you will end up as enthusiastic as they are! To start the day you will be given a detailed briefing from your instructor, which includes how to use the microlight's dual controls, how to enter the microlight safely and 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 and then, if the instructor is happy, control of the microlight will be passed to you. Happy flying!... see more details and buy online
60 Minute Microlight Flight (from Activity Superstore)
Microlighting perfectly captures the spirit of early aviation - pioneering, thrilling and a touch eccentric. These quirky little aircraft, with their panoramic views from the cockpit, are ideal for short trips over the countryside. A great way to fly on a fine summer's day! Our instructors will give you a thorough briefing and then take you on a trial flying lesson. We are sure you will end up as enthusiastic as they are! You will be given a detailed briefing from your instructor, which includes how to use dual controls, how to enter the aircraft and pre-take off checks. You then take to the skies, climbing to up to 1500 feet above ground level in a flexwing (open cockpit) or fixed wing (closed cockpit - similar to a mini plane) aircraft (depending on location). The instructor will demonstrate the controls and then, if the instructor is happy, the controls will be passed to you. Happy flying!... see more details and buy online
Gliding with a Winch Launch (from Activity Superstore)
Let us introduce you to the absorbing sport of gliding. It's a fantastic chance to experience the excitement of powerless flight and to take in the wonderful scenery unfolding below you. After a pre-flight briefing, you will be strapped into the glider with your instructor. The glider is attached to a winch by a cable, and within a few moments you will be airborne! Once the cable is released you will search out some thermals and then gently glide back down to earth.... see more details and buy online
Gliding with a Winch Launch for Teens (from Activity Superstore)
Let us introduce you to this absorbing sport at some of the top clubs in the country. It's a fantastic chance to experience the excitement of powerless flight and to take in the wonderful scenery unfolding below you. After a pre-flight briefing, you will be strapped into the glider with your instructor. The glider is attached to a winch by a cable, and in a few moments you will be airborne! Once the cable is released you will search out some thermals and then gently glide back down to earth.... see more details and buy online
Gliding with an Aerotow (from Activity Superstore)
After your first flight you'll be hooked on this superb sport. Why? It's much more challenging than powered flight - you need a lot of skill to keep a glider airborne - knowing how to recognise lift (rising air), where to find it and how to use it. But it's also great fun - effectively you become just like a bird - you often rise up in thermals alongside birds! You will be towed into the air by a powered aircraft. After a pre-flight briefing, you will be strapped into the glider with your instructor. The glider is attached to another aircraft which will tow you into the sky! Once the cable is released you search out some thermals and then gently glide back down to earth. Unforgettable! The length of the flight itself will vary according to weather conditions, but is likely to be around 15 to 20 minutes. At some locations you may get two winch launched flights or one soaring flight instead.... see more details and buy online
Gliding with an Aerotow for Teens (from Activity Superstore)
After your first flight you'll be hooked on this superb sport. Why? It's much more challenging than powered flight - you need a lot of skill to keep a glider airborne - knowing how to recognise lift (rising air), where to find it and how to use it. But it's also great fun - effectively you become just like a bird - you often rise up in thermals alongside birds! You will be towed into the air by a powered aircraft. After a pre-flight briefing, you will be strapped into the glider with your instructor. The glider is attached to another aircraft which will tow you into the sky! Once the cable is released you search out some thermals and then gently glide back down to earth. Unforgettable! The length of the flight itself will vary according to weather conditions, but is likely to be around 15 to 20 minutes. At some locations you may get two winch launched flights or one soaring flight instead.... see more details and buy online
Gliding Lesson Discovery - Experience Gifts (from A1Gifts.co.uk)
Experience the total tranquillity of soaring and circling on the thermals, drifting silently on the wind in a dual control glider. After a short briefing from your British Gliding Association instructor, it's time to take to the skies for an unforgettable flight. You'll take the controls during your flight, and if you get hooked, this first lesson counts towards a Glider Pilot's certificate. Gliding Lesson Discovery:One-to-one training from a BGA licensed instructorIntroduction to gliding, safety and controlsOne flight of 15 to 30 minutes (according to weather conditions) towed aloft by a tug aircraft. Experience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:When you arrive, you will be asked to complete a membership application form (under 18s will require parental consent on this form). Generally you will asked to hand in the voucher on the day, so remember to take this with you as it is your form of payment for your lesson. You will then be briefed by your instructor before the flightMost gliding clubs are owned and run by their members. Your introduction to gliding will often include helping out with various tasks associated with gliding keeping the log, preparing to launch gliders etc, whilst awaiting your turn to fly. Gliding is very much a team effort and this is why it is such a sociable sport.Need to know:Minimum age 12-14 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the aircraftMaximum height 61-64 (186cms-193cms) depending on location Maximum weight 15-16 stones (95kgs-102kgs) depending on locationLocations:Bedfordshire - SandyBuckinghamshire - MarlowDevon - Nr BarnstapleEssex - ColchesterIsle of Wight - BembridgeLeicestershire - LutterworthLincolnshire - GranthamOxfordshire - Banbury Shropshire - Church Stretton Staffordshire - Burton on TrentWarwickshire - Bidford on AvonWiltshire - Marlborough Yorkshire - Rufforth... see more details and buy online
Ultimate Gliding (from Activity Superstore)
Sail and soar through the sky. Let us introduce you to this absorbing sport at some of the top clubs in the country. It's a fantastic chance to experience the excitement of powerless flights. This introduction to gliding will really get you into the sport. Depending on the location and availability, you can either have your 3 flights (although the precise number will depend on weather and other conditions) one after the other or you can space them out over the day, which ever option you decide upon you will be able to spend the rest of the day seeing other aspects of a gliding club - helping with the launches etc. It's a great experience!... see more details and buy online
Ultimate Gliding for Teens (from Activity Superstore)
Sail and soar through the sky. Let us introduce you to this absorbing sport at some of the top clubs in the country. It's a fantastic chance to experience the excitement of powerless flights. This introduction to gliding will really get you into the sport. Depending on the location and availability, you can either have your 3 flights (although the precise number will depend on weather and other conditions) one after the other or you can space them out over the day, which ever option you decide upon you will be able to spend the rest of the day seeing other aspects of a gliding club - helping with the launches etc. It's a great experience!... see more details and buy online
Motor Gliding Flight (from Activity Superstore)
Enjoy a 40 minute motor glider flight. Following a short briefing with an instructor, you, with your instructor, will taxi out, and upon completion of the pre-flight checks, will head for the sky. On returning to the airfield, the engine can be turned off allowing you to experience a quiet glide down to landing on the airfield. During this time you will be shown how to fly the aircraft.... see more details and buy online
Introduction To Gliding (from Red Letter Days)
Gliding is perhaps the most elegant way that humans can get airborne. It's a breathtaking way to fly, soaring on the same rising currents of air that the birds use, with no roaring engine to spoil the peace. This experience is a perfect introduction to gliding, giving you the chance to really get to grips with it. You'll start with a briefing session before climbing aboard your dual-controlled glider with your expert instructor. Then the glider is towed into the air by a light aircraft (okay, this bit is noisy, but you have to get airborne somehow). Once you're at the right height the rope is released, the aircraft peels away and you're free to soar and circle lazily in the thermal currents. You'll enjoy breathtaking views of the countryside below you and the sky around you. You'll be able to take the controls and pilot the glider yourself. The course includes three aerotow flights, on-ground tuition and one month membership. It might just be the start of a love affair with gliding!... see more details and buy online
Introduction to Gliding with Three Flights (from Red Letter Days)
Gliding is perhaps the most elegant way that humans can get airborne. It's a breathtaking way to fly, soaring on the same rising currents of air that the birds use. Your experience includes around an hour in the air over three flights, plus expert instruction. You'll start with a briefing session, before climbing aboard a dual-controlled glider with your expert instructor. The glider is then towed into the air by a light aircraft and once you're at a height of around 2,000ft the rope is released, the aircraft peels away and you're free to soar lazily in the thermal currents. You'll have breathtaking views of the countryside below you and the sky around you. And - at the pilot's discretion - take control of the glider yourself. Unforgettable.... see more details and buy online
Introduction to Gliding with Two Flights (from Red Letter Days)
A breathtaking way to fly, soaring on the same rising currents of air that the birds use. Your experience includes around an hour in the air over two flights (or a single, longer flight over the mountains if weather permits). You'll start with a briefing session before climbing aboard a dual-controlled glider with your expert instructor. The glider is then towed into the air by a light aircraft and once you're at a height of around 2,000ft the rope is released, the aircraft peels away and you're free to soar and circle lazily in the thermal currents. You'll have breathtaking views of the countryside below you and the sky around you. And - at the pilot's discretion - you'll take the controls of the glider yourself. Unforgettable.... see more details and buy online
Aerotow Gliding Flight (from Red Letter Days)
Gliding is perhaps the most elegant way that humans can get airborne. It's a breathtaking way to fly, soaring on the same rising currents of air that the birds use, with no roaring engine to spoil the peace. You'll start with a briefing session so that you'll know what to expect, before climbing aboard your dual-controlled glider with your expert instructor. Then the glider is towed into the air by a light aircraft (okay, this bit is noisy, but you have to get airborne somehow). Once you're at a height of around 2,000ft the rope is released, the aircraft peels away and you're free to soar and circle lazily in the thermal currents. You might be joined in the thermal by a bird - you can never do it as well as they can, but it's great fun trying! You'll enjoy breathtaking views of the countryside below you and the sky around you. And - at the pilot's discretion - you might be able to take the controls and trying controlling the glider yourself. Unforgettable.... see more details and buy online
Gliding Lesson Discovery - Experience Gifts (from A1Gifts.co.uk)
Experience the total tranquillity of soaring and circling on the thermals, drifting silently on the wind in a dual control glider. After a short briefing from your British Gliding Association instructor, it's time to take to the skies for an unforgettable flight. You'll take the controls during your flight, and if you get hooked, this first lesson counts towards a Glider Pilot's certificate. Gliding Lesson Discovery:One-to-one training from a BGA licensed instructorIntroduction to gliding, safety and controlsOne flight of 15 to 30 minutes (according to weather conditions) towed aloft by a tug aircraft. Experience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnityWhat happens on the day:When you arrive, you will be asked to complete a membership application form (under 18s will require parental consent on this form). Generally you will asked to hand in the voucher on the day, so remember to take this with you as it is your form of payment for your lesson. You will then be briefed by your instructor before the flightMost gliding clubs are owned and run by their members. Your introduction to gliding will often include helping out with various tasks associated with gliding keeping the log, preparing to launch gliders etc, whilst awaiting your turn to fly. Gliding is very much a team effort and this is why it is such a sociable sport.Need to know:Minimum age 12-14 depending on location (under 18s need parental/guardian consent)You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the aircraftMaximum height 61-64 (186cms-193cms) depending on location Maximum weight 15-16 stones (95kgs-102kgs) depending on locationLocations:Bedfordshire - SandyBuckinghamshire - MarlowDevon - Nr BarnstapleEssex - ColchesterIsle of Wight - BembridgeLeicestershire - LutterworthLincolnshire - GranthamOxfordshire - Banbury Shropshire - Church Stretton Staffordshire - Burton on TrentWarwickshire - Bidford on AvonWiltshire - Marlborough Yorkshire - Rufforth... see more details and buy online
Gliding Discovery Flight (from Buyagift.co.uk)
Try gliding and experience the extraordinary sensations of speed and silence that come from flying in one of these spectacular and graceful craft. Your trial lesson will last between 15 and 30 minutes depending on the weather conditions in which time you will learn how to turn and manoeuvre the glider and perhaps even have a go at taking the controls yourself. Location: Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Essex (South East), Northamptonshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk (Midlands) Brecon, Denbigh (Wales), Devon (South West)... see more details and buy online
Gliding Discovery Flight in Norfolk (from Buyagift.co.uk)
Discover the joy of thermals you can use all year round at this long-established club that has been operating for over 40 years. It's an excellent environment for gliding - one of the most exciting sports there is! If you're looking to enter this amazing sport, or just want to experience the rush of flying silently through the clouds, this is ideal! Fully qualified BGA instructors show you the ropes and hopefully put you on the path to becoming a solo ace of the thermals! Anyone can participate – young, old, or of limited mobility. Location: Norfolk (South East)... see more details and buy online
Gliding Full Day Course (from Buyagift.co.uk)
These exhilarating Winch Launch Glider Flight lessons will launch you to between 1000 and 1500 feet above the ground. You will be able to see far across the rolling English countryside on this course to remember. The lessons will last between 5 and 20 minutes (depending on weather conditions) in which time you will learn to turn and manoeuvre the glider. (8 Winch launch lessons) Location: Godstone, Surrey (South East)... see more details and buy online
Gliding Half Day Mini Course (from Buyagift.co.uk)
These exhilarating Winch Launch Glider Flight lessons will take you to between 1000 and 1500 feet above the ground. You will be able to see far across the rolling English countryside on this course to remember. The lessons will last between 5 and 20 minutes in which time you will learn to turn and manoeuvre the glider. (4 Winch launch lessons) Location: Surrey (South East)... see more details and buy online

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Gliding at Booker Gliding Club
from Activity Superstore

Gliding Half Day Mini Course
from Buyagift.co.uk

Gliding Lesson Discovery - Experience Gifts
from A1Gifts.co.uk

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