Trial Flights - learn to fly a glider
Trial Gliding lesson
Curious about learning to fly? 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 lesson is a genuine flying lesson, not just a ride.
After a pre-flight briefing, you will be towed up to the designated height by the towplane. Weather conditions will dictate how long the flight lasts, but if we can extend it using thermals we will do so.
• 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
Trial Flight Briefing
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
£124 Aerotow to 2000 ft
£170 Aerotow to 3000 ft
£230 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.
Curious about learning to fly? 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 lesson is a genuine flying lesson, not just a ride.
After a pre-flight briefing, you will be towed up to the designated height by the towplane. Weather conditions will dictate how long the flight lasts, but if we can extend it using thermals we will do so.
• 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
Trial Flight Briefing
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
£124 Aerotow to 2000 ft
£170 Aerotow to 3000 ft
£230 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.
Availability
Flights are available any weekend or Bank Holiday. All visitors, both those with or without a voucher, wishing to take a flight please contact the Trial Flights organiser for a flight booking.
Details on the contacts page.
Voucher purchase and flight bookings
If you would like to buy a voucher please click here.
If you have purchased a voucher and would like to book, or need further information please contact Trial Flights Bookings by email.
Weight and age limits
To ensure we are able to fly you within the loading limits of the glider there are weight limits in the club two seaters.
Minimum weight 98lbs (7 stone/44.5Kg)
Maximum weight 224lbs (16 stone/102Kg)
If you are over 15 stone you should contact the club beforehand to check availability of instructors.
Minimum age is 14, but no maximum age.