Light Sports Landaway Trial Flying Lesson - Southampton
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About the experience
Experience the thrill of flying lessons at Southampton’s Lower Upham Airfield in state-of-the-art light sports aircraft! Our captivating landaway experience offers an unforgettable adventure. Lower Upham airfield welcomes you with open arms, where experienced pilots and friendly members await your arrival. Nestled northeast of Southampton and Eastleigh, this small private General Aviation aerodrome provides quick access to scenic flights over the Solent and out towards the English Channel. Embark on your flights in a modern light sport aircraft, specifically the Ikarus C42. This high-wing aircraft is known for its exceptional range, performance, and stable handling. It is a favourite among the classic aircraft and helicopters at Lower Upham for its agility and quiet operation. During the landaway experience, enjoy your outward flight, a picturesque landing at another local airfield, and a delightful break for refreshments and conversation, followed by another take off and the return flight to the base at Lower Upham Airfield.
- Light sports flights in an Ikarus C42
- Fly from Lower Upham airfield near Southampton
- Landaway Trial Lesson
- Your chance to have a go at flying!
- Trial flying lesson in an Ikarus C42 'microlight' class aircraft
- Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
- Experience what it's like to pilot a light aircraft
- Tuition from a qualified flying instructor
- Personalised flight certificate
- Trial flying lessons count towards your flying hours should you go on to learn to fly
Landaway Flight
- Two 55-60 minute flights
- Land at a different airfield for a short break before returning to Lower Upham for the ultimate flight experience
Information
- Minimum age 12
- Under 18s must be accompanied on site by an adult
- Maximum height 6'4"
- Generally the maximum weight is 14 stone
- Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year excluding Mondays
- All flights are subject to availability and weather conditions
Minimum Age: 12 years
Maximum Height: 193.04 cm
Maximum Weight: 88.90 kg
- Spectators are welcome to come along and watch the action
Locations
- Hampshire
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