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Light Sport Flying London

Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Essex
REF: LAS1HL
Rated Based On 1 Review

• Discover the delights of light sport aviation
• Flying out of Damyn's Hall on the edge of Essex
• Take off in Pipistrel's funky Alpha Trainer plane
• Good choice of itineraries offered inc landaways
 
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What's Included

Introductory Flying Lesson
• A pre flight briefing and introduction to the aircraft and controls - approx 30 mins
• A 60 min flight in a modern light sport aircraft
• The opportunity to take the controls once airborne
• Allow around 2 hours at the venue

Isle of Wight Adventure Experience
  • Pre flight briefing to discuss your route
  • Introduction to the aircraft and controls
  • Your pilot will handle take off and landing but you'll have the opportunity to take the controls once airborne
  • Navigate and fly from Damyns Hall airfield to a different airfield
  • A short break with refreshments and a briefing for the return flight
  • Fly a different route back to the base airfield
  • Flying time is around 2 hours in total
  • Allow up to 5 hours in total for this experience
  • This flight usually lands at the Isle of Wight however other routes are available and can be discussed with your instructor
  • Complimentary premium gift packaging from Into The Blue

3 Hour Pilots Starter Pack
  • A series of three 1 hour flying lessons in a modern Light Sport Aircraft
  • Each lesson will start with a classroom briefing with your pilot in addition to the flying time
  • A pilots log book and aircraft inspection checklist
  • Each of the lessons will be logged and can count towards the total hours needed should you wish continue studying for a Private Pilots Licence
  • Complimentary premium gift packaging from Into The Blue

What Can I Expect

If you're looking for a London flying school with a fleet of modern light sport aircraft you've come to the right place! With several Pipistrel planes lined up in the hangar at Damyns Hall aerodrome, this is ultralight flying at its best. So if you want to get your wings in these revolutionary aircraft it's off to the edge of Essex.

We have different flight packages at Damyns. If you're serious about learning to fly, we can highly recommend the three-hour pilot starter pack, usually flown as three one-hour lessons. If you just want to dip your toe into the world of these super light planes, an introductory lesson is for you. Those wanting to test the cross country capabilities of these Pipistrel-built Alpha Trainers should go for the Isle of Wight land away option.

Those not in the loop with the latest developments in light aircraft will be surprised to hear the Alpha Trainer by world-renowned Slovenian aviation company Pipistrel is actually classed as a microlight. That's because it is very light, thanks to the carbon fibre and Kevlar used in the manufacturing process, but it certainly doesn't look like one.

There's something about that sleek pod-like cabin and curvy fuselage that makes it all very cute and funky, but it's also very practical. Open the gull-wing doors and you'll see it is unusually roomy for a small aircraft. The Alpha boasts great visibility too, thanks to the large windows and no wing struts getting in the way, making take off and landings at this Essex aerodrome a dream for pilot and passenger alike.

They are also really easy to fly, with dual controls coming as standard and the centrally located throttle quadrant making it accessible from both seats. These light aircraft are also reliable, easy to maintain and relatively cheap to run. So no wonder this London-based school has invested heavily in the Alpha. And the instructors love them!

By the end of your time with this London flying school we will hazard a guess that you'll also love Alpha. Don't be surprised if you want one. And you'll be itching to get back to Damyns Hall in Essex for more airtime. And of course, if you've got the money, everything is possible, but in the meantime these packages are a great debut for your light sport aviation career!

Availability

• Tuesday to Sunday throughout the year, subject to availability and weather conditions
• The airfield is closed from the 20th-31st December

Location

• Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Essex

Suitable For

• Minimum age 14
• Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
• Maximum weight 15 stone

Spectators

• Spectators are welcome

Anything Else

• All lessons can be logged and can count towards a private pilots licence
• The lightweight Sport Aircraft used here are classed as microlights

Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Average Rating: 5
Total Reviews: 1

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Reviews

  based on 1 review

Rating: 5 stars
bart jones
I refused to leave an aircraft but there were other people waiting so I possibly couldn't stop them...