Introductory Microlight Flight

Your lesson begins with a thorough briefing on all aspects of Microlight flying from your instructor when you will be shown the aircraft and talked through its main characteristics. You’ll have the basic principles of flight explained and will go over any safety information. You will then take to the air for this fantastic experience. You can either sit back and enjoy the ride or you may be able take the controls yourself for a more ‘hands-on’ experience depending on the location you choose and the weather conditions on the day.

• Minimum age: 14 (under 17s need written parental consent)
• Maximum weight: 14 stone (16 stone 7lbs at East Lothian)
• Age and weight restrictions may vary by location, please check with your chosen venue at the time of booking
• You must not suffer from Epilepsy, Fits or Blackouts. If you have any concerns then please discuss these with the supplier at the time of booking
• Spectators are welcome to wait at the airfield while you take your flight
• The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to location

Most centres fly throughout the year, both midweek and weekends.

Please note that Cheshire Microlight Centre will be unable to accept bookings until after 1 June 2022.

We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.

Please allow approximately 1 hour for the whole experience. The actual flight will last approximately 20 to 25 minutes.

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.

All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.