Trial Flights

A trial flight is an introductory flying lesson, and a great way to find out what gliding is all about. A 7–15 minute flight in one of our two seat gliders with a qualified instructor will give you a chance to take the controls and learn to fly the aircraft from your first flight. The trial flight costs £60. This may seem like a lot, but it also includes transport to and from the airfield and the participants say that it is generally well worth the money.

Find out when the next trial flights are going to be by signing up to our trial flight mailing list. We organise trial flight days a several times though the year, including around freshers’ week.

Eligibility

You are either…

  • a student at Cambridge University
  • a student at Anglia Ruskin University
  • a member of staff at Cambridge University

You do not…

  • weigh more than 102 kg (224lb),
  • experience sudden disabling health attacks such as epilepsy.

Please let the instructor know if you suffer from, in the present or past, any of the following: fits, severe head injury, recurrent fainting, giddiness or blackouts, unusually high blood pressure, a previous coronary take insulin regularly for the control of diabetes.

What to Expect?

We’ll organize the transportation to and from the airfield. Once you arrive, you’ll complete some paperwork and meet your instructor. They’ll give you a detailed briefing on what to expect during your flight. We’ll also help you put on your parachute and get strapped into the glider. A flight in our two-seat, dual-controlled gliders lasts about 7 to 15 minutes, and if you’d like, you’ll even have the chance to take control and do some flying yourself.

Bring:

  • Warm clothes, layers are best
  • Practical waterproof shoes for walking on a possibly wet field, walking boots are best
  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (if it’s sunny)
  • Water and snacks

Safety Briefing (Important)

Terms and Conditions

The important parts are the following:

  • You must be eligible (see above);
  • We will agree on a date and time for your flight;
  • If you do not show up, you will not be reimbursed;
  • If the flying session is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, we will reimburse you the costs but we do not guarantee to reschedule it.