FAQs

Even the most moderate drinker should be aware that it is an offence for pilots, including glider pilots, to fly whilst over the prescribed limit for alcohol. The law is very clear on this, and even as a student (including those coming on trial flights) you must not have consumed:- Read more…

In order be able to fly our gliders you must:- – weigh less than 103 kg (~16 stone) fully clothed, – be under 6ft 3 inches (~1.9m) tall, and – be over about 5ft tall so that our parachutes fit you safely

You must be over 13 years old to fly, and over 14 years old (and have completed all the necessary training) to fly solo. There is no upper age limit but pilots must comply with medical restrictions similar to those for a UK driving licence.