Winch Launch Glider Flight
About this experience
Until you have tried gliding, it is difficult to imagine the exhilaration it provides. Soaring effortlessly and almost silently through the skies is an experience not to be missed.
Those who experience a flight for the first time often describe the experience as breathtaking. Climb into your aircraft and take to the skies to witness those panoramic views and with a little help from your instructor, you could be flying one of these dual controlled gliders.
SKU: PGLIDF
For 1
participant12 Months
ValidityFlexible
BookingEasy
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
“Amazing Day Out”
This was so much fun and the gliding school were so kind and professional I will definitely be going again!
What's Included
- Safety briefing
- 7-12 minutes flying time
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Upon arrival, you will meet your instructor and receive a pre-flight briefing. This will cover all aspects of your experience and you can ask any questions you may have. You will then take to the air for this extraordinary experience.
The winch launch will take you to approximately 1,000 ft in a matter of seconds before releasing the glider from the tug so your flight can start. You can either sit back and enjoy the ride or take the controls under expert instruction to get the most out of your experience.
Location
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South East
- Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
- Dover, Kent
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 14 (Under 18’s must have written parental consent)
- Minimum height: 5ft
- Maximum height: 6ft 4in
- Maximum weight: 15 stone
- These are guidelines only and can vary with location, please check at your time of booking
- Spectators are welcome
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to location
Availability
Most centres operate all year round although some do fly less frequently during the winter months. Some centres operate at weekends and others midweek.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
You should expect to spend approximately 1 hour at the airfield. The flight itself will last 7 to 12 minutes.
What about insurance?
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.
How it works
Customer Reviews
“Amazing Day Out”
This was so much fun and the gliding school were so kind and professional I will definitely be going again!
“Great buzz”
Great day out! The best part was the launch, the stomach went all giddy! Awesome. Very friendly staff
“Wow. Wow. Wow...”
Yesterday I used my Virgin voucher on a Winch Launch Glider Flight. It was fantastic. We 'shot' up to 1400 feet at a 45deg angle which was so exhilarating then leveled out to terrific views over Dover and peacefully glided around. The flight was 'captained' by a member of the Club, thanks Steve, and the glider itself by another member, sorry can't remember your name but thank you too. In fact, thanks to all involved. It was a great. Day.