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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ Questions

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1. What is a Microlight?
2. How safe is a Microlight?
3. What type of Microlights can I go flying in?
4. Who will fly the aircraft during my experience flight?
5. Can I try flying the aircraft?
6. How fast will the microlight fly?
7. How high will the microlight fly?
8. What are the weather limitations for microlight flying?
9. What should I bring on the day of my experience flight?

FAQ Answers

1. What is a Microlight?
   A microlight is an aeroplane allowed to carry no more than two people and must weigh 450kg or less (including fuel and passengers).
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2. How safe is a Microlight?
   Microlights are not only the largest group of light aviation aircraft in the UK but they also have one of the best safety records. Despite their fragile appearance, modern microlights are incredibly strong. Even in the highly unlightly event of an engine failure the aircraft will simply glide safely to earth.
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3. What type of Microlights can I go flying in?
   You can choose to go up in a Flex Wing or a Fixed Wing Microlight. A Flexwing is open cockpit and has a wing similar to a hand glider with a trike unit underneath. A fixed wing aircraft has a cockpit and is similar to a conventional aircraft.
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4. Who will fly the aircraft during my experience flight?
   Your pilot on the day will be a fully qualified flying instructor (CAA approved) with ample experience. You will be in extremely safe hands.
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5. Can I try flying the aircraft?
   Once the aircraft is in flight your pilot will be happy for you to take control.
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6. How fast will the microlight fly?
   You will fly somewhere between 60 and 100mph.
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7. How high will the microlight fly?
   Typically we will take you up to about 4,000ft.
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8. What are the weather limitations for microlight flying?
   Microlights are best flown in light winds, up to 15 knots, with good visibility.
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9. What should I bring on the day of my experience flight?
   Bring warm clothes including gloves and suitable outdoor footwear. We will provide a cosy flying suit, helmet and radio headset and a balaclava if required. Please also bring a camera so you can take away a souvenir of your flight.
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