Swift Instruction
Suddenly... It's No Longer a Dream
Now available on the Isle of Man, a BMAA registered microlight school with a C.A.A. qualified flying instructor, based at Andreas airfield in the north of the island.
A National Private Pilot License (NPPL) Microlight license is required to fly microlights, and can be gained by training with a qualified flying instructor in accordance with a CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) syllabus of training. The minimum requirements are:-
A restricted license is available with reduced requirements (15hrs total, to include 7hrs solo flying), but will limit you to flying to within 8 miles of the take-off point and is subject to other weather related criteria. In either case, you will need to pass a General Skills Test and an oral exam, which is much akin to a driving test. In addition to this you will need to pass 5 multiple choice exams in the following subjects:-
This may all sound a lot, in practice it is fascinating and good fun. A microlight license is simpler than a conventional aircraft General Aviation license and can be gained in approximately 2/3 the flying time and at 1/2 the cost.
A National Private Pilot License (NPPL) Microlight license is required to fly microlights, and can be gained by training with a qualified flying instructor in accordance with a CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) syllabus of training. The minimum requirements are:-
- 25 hours total flying time to include 10 hours solo consolidation including two qualifying cross country flights of 40 nautical miles.
A restricted license is available with reduced requirements (15hrs total, to include 7hrs solo flying), but will limit you to flying to within 8 miles of the take-off point and is subject to other weather related criteria. In either case, you will need to pass a General Skills Test and an oral exam, which is much akin to a driving test. In addition to this you will need to pass 5 multiple choice exams in the following subjects:-
- Principles of flight
- Air law
- Navigation
- Meteorology
- Human factors
This may all sound a lot, in practice it is fascinating and good fun. A microlight license is simpler than a conventional aircraft General Aviation license and can be gained in approximately 2/3 the flying time and at 1/2 the cost.
Flight Training
Trial Flights and Lesson
£69 for 30 minutes or
£95 for 60 minutes
Flying with a CAA Qualified instructor by your side in the 3 axis Fixed Wing microlight is an ideal introduction or gift for a special occasion. Just to feel the thrill of being in the air, or for someone who feels they may wish to begin training and want to try it out first.
Flying Lessons
Includes a briefing and debriefing. Total lesson time approx. 2 hours
Dual Instruction/School Aircraft
£95
Dual Instruction/Own Aircraft
£79
Solo Supervision /School Aircraft
£95
Solo Supervision/Own Aircraft
£79
GST – By arrangement
Ground School Course
Covering Aircraft (General), Navigation, Meteorology, Air Law, Human Performance Limitations
Exam fee (each)
£25
One to One Tuition
£28/hour
Membership
£20 per annum