Trial Flights

Trial Gliding lesson A trial lesson is the perfect way to find out what gliding is all about. You’ll fly in a two-seat glider with one of our instructors and get a real hands-on introduction to flying.

What's included Your trial flight is a genuine flying lesson.
After a pre-flight briefing, you will be towed up to the designated height by the towplane. How long you fly depends on the weather, but if conditions allow we’ll make the most of it and fly for longer
One-to-one flying with a qualified instructor
Learn the basics of how a glider works
You’ll get the chance to take the controls
Amazing views over the West Wiltshire Downs
This presentation explains in greater detail what to expect

Flight options All trial flights are by aerotow, which is a tow behind a powered aircraft to a specified height.
The 2000ft launch is perfect for a taste of gliding. It provides time to experience basic glider control, or to enjoy the views.
The 3000ft launch gives a longer flight which increases the chance of finding thermals
The Mile High flight will almost always give a half hour flight even without any thermals and it allows plenty of time to settle into the flight

Prices £130 Aerotow to 2000 ft
£175 Aerotow to 3000 ft
£240 Aerotow to “1 Mile High” (4600ft above airfield)
All include 90 days full club membership, allowing the recipient to fly at club member rates.
The vouchers are valid for 24 months from the date of issue and are purchased through this website. They make ideal gifts.

Safety Gliding is an adventurous air sport and as such is not as safe as travelling on a commercial airliner. Gliding clubs operate under carefully developed safety requirements. If you are looking for a totally risk-free sport, gliding may not be right for you. The Civil Aviation Authority provides guidance on flying in general aviation aircraft here.
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