Flyng Lessons

[EirePlane]

I was just wondering if anyone here knew anything about flight training. I have found a seemingly good deal and was wondering if any of you agree. here are the specs.
The Land Away Double (1 hour)*
Experience 2 take-offs and landings and fly the aeroplane yourself! Land Away Double is designed as a unique double value introduction. It comprises 2 'hands on' 30 minute training flights with an instructor in one of our modern dual controlled training aircraft. You fly to another airfield, land and have a coffee with your instructor. Question him or her about all aspects of flying. A comprehensive pre-flight briefing and after flight discussion complete this all inclusive lesson, designed to be 'flying fun' as well as counting towards your Private Pilot's Licence.


Also if any of you know anywhere near London where I could get a better deal please tell me

EDIT: In case you didn't realise I am thinking of taking lessons. This particular Flight is from Elstree Aerodrome

[Hagar]

It sounds pretty good to me. You forgot to mention the cost so I can't say how good the deal is. To count the time towards your PPL I think you would need to have a Student Pilots Licence or whatever the equivalent is today. It might be worth giving them a ring to clarify this. I'm sure they will be pleased to answer any questions. Good luck.

[Craig.]

sounds good to me,
and i didnt need a student license when i took a trial lesson and it still counted towards my ppl hours, dont know if its differant where you live hagar

[Hagar]

sounds good to me,
and i didnt need a student license when i took a trial lesson and it still counted towards my ppl hours, dont know if its differant where you live hagar

Well, my info is rather out of date, 1960 to be exact. LOL

EirePlane. If you're serious about this I think it's worth confirming with the flying club. After posting my first reply I checked your age. I think this is worth mentioning too. I'm sure they can work something out.

[Craig.]

fair enough
but thinking about it, it is always a good thing to check

[ozzy72]

It sounds pretty good Eireplane, my advice is pick up the phone and call them and discuss the ins and outs and see if there are any restrictions e.g. age, medical etc.
But if the price is right go for it! Oh and Elstree is only just outside W.London, not far from Slough.

Ozzy

[EirePlane]

it's

[Fozzer]

Just to compare prices, here is a chart of charges for various aeroplanes at my local aerodrome....

http://www.aeroclub.co.uk/HACDefault.htm

They include a full briefing before and after each flight and you receive a certificate which goes towards your PPL.
(Note 1 hour flying in a Cessna 150/152 is

[ozzy72]

Hey Paul, you know what they say. A good landing is one you walk away from, a great one is were they can use the aircraft again.

Mark

[Smoke2much]

Go for it!!!!!

I have my first lesson booked for 3rd April 2003 at 11.00.

I was going to have a trial flight but thought "what the hell" and booked a full hour in a piper warrior for

[Hagar]

I would say go for it. From experience it's much more practical & convenient to use a local club.
My old company have dealt with Cabair for years & I know they're a reputable outfit. From the description, Fozzer's local club is a non profit-making organisation which does make it cheaper overall although there is an annual membership fee. The actual cost for their 1 hour trial lesson is

[pete]

It sounds pretty good Eireplane, my advice is pick up the phone and call them and discuss the ins and outs and see if there are any restrictions e.g. age, medical etc.
But if the price is right go for it! Oh and Elstree is only just outside W.London, not far from Slough.

Ozzy

Ozzy...

[ozzy72]

Pete I've been here a loooooong time. Occassionally my geography goes a bit off. This is why I fly so low, I can read the street signs (even inverted!)
As for magazines, outside of Budapest English language mags are a rarity, and English language books have only recently started turning up in bookshops too.

Mark

[Fozzer]

.....at 6'5" I can't fit into a cessna 152.


Will

Hi Will.... ...!
...flippin' Norah... ...!
All that faggin' hasn't stunted your growth then...?
.... ....!

Cheers mate on the flight.... ...!
Take care...
Paul.
(England).

[Smoke2much]

That's why I smoke mate

5 days to go and hoping for VFR conditions on the 3rd!!!

Will