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Flying Experiences, Lessons, Ground School and Club
Google Rating
4.5
Based on 48 reviews
Almat Flying Academy
4.5
John S.
13:52 04 Sep 19
Trusted Professionals Limited has been working with Almat Flying Academy for nearly 3 years on both a professional and personal basis within the aviation arena. Almat are professional with friendly staff willing to help in any way they can.Carmen and Steve are very knowledgeable pilots with a wealth of experience I would therefore have no hesitation in recommending Almat to anyone wishing to complete their PPL or even for pleasure flights.The only single negative I have is that sometimes the chocolate does run out but rest assured, the staff will do their best to deliver and indeed they do.
Richard R.
12:50 02 Sep 19
Great experience today flying with Carmen. It was my first time flying and she allowed me to have control pretty much the whole flight so I could get a real feel for flying. Will be looking to return soon. Thanks again 😊
Angela C.
12:58 30 Aug 19
We have booked several lessons for our Grandson Caden at Almat. The staff are amazing and so helpfull. Caden is only 13 years old and has learnt so much from flying with them and assisting him to reach his goal to become a pilot in the Air Force. Thanks to C Gardien his instructor yesterday, who gave us good feedback.
David C.
19:28 27 Aug 19
I was braught a 30 minute aerobatic experience for my birthday from my wife and daughter and all I can say was that it was amazing. It was super easy to book a time slot that suited me, when I arrived I was given a informative and thorough safety brief and my questions were all answered which put me at ease. When it came to flying I can't belive how hands on it was, my instructer Craig aloud me to control the plane and gave me the chance to take off, complete some manoeuvres and land. When up in the air Craig was brilliant, we did so many "tricks" Including loop to loop, barrel roll, stall turn plus many more. Thourally enjoyed this experience and would highly recommend it!
Christopher B.
06:17 26 Aug 19
I recently re-qualified for my PPL with Almat. Steve Mason was my instructor. I found him and the team to be completely professional, encouraging and supportive throughout the whole process. The club is friendly with lots of regular activities taking place that you can be involved in as much or as little as you want to. I did a ‘fly-over’ for charity a few weeks ago and Steve was so keen to support in any way possible, especially given that the manoeuvres were unusual. I particularly like the direction the club is going in recently. For example, more social seating for visitors, positioned overlooking the apron to help enhance the experience for both new ‘flyers’ and experienced ones. It certainly adds an even better wow factor for my passengers! 🙂
Paul R.
15:03 24 Aug 19
Had an introduction to flying in a Cessna 172 - great experience - looked after well from start to finish the directions were spot on to find the place - use Google maps and it takes you to the door. The reception area was excellent with good facilities, very professional pilot and ground staff as well.
Jake
15:13 21 Aug 19
A wonderful place with outstanding staff! The people at Almat make it such a special flying school. I completed my PPL in the summer of 2017 and with the accomodation of the staff, especially Carmen, they enabled me to go from 2 hours flight time to passing my skills test in just 3 weeks and 2 days - if that doesn't show a dedicated team of instructors I'm not sure what does! I will be forever grateful to Almat and recommend anyone to take up a trial lesson with them.
Colin C.
10:22 21 Aug 19
Had a great aerobatics experience at Almat with Steve Mason, thanks. He talked me through all the manoeuvres and then let me take the controls to do a few myself. Exhilarating! The team at Almat are very welcoming and hospitable. I flew to Coventry in my microlight and they helped me out with a problem I had on my navigation device. On my previous visit, Simon even dropped us off at the local pub for lunch and collected us afterwards. Excellent service, thanks
Tahir K.
05:38 21 Aug 19
Very friendly and helpful staff. Thanks to Craig for excellent flight experience. Would definitely recommend this Acadmey for pilot training and casual flight experience.
Alex M.
11:09 13 Aug 19
I started my PPL last year with Carmen Guardien at Almat and it has been brilliant . Learning to fly has been great fun and I’ve loved every second due to the amazing club feel and fleet that they offer. Definitely recommend!
Zara D.
13:59 12 Aug 19
I have just done an hour or aerobatics with an instructor called craig Bryan. What an amazing experience from beginning to end. I was made to feel welcomed and comfortable throughout and would recommend Almat academy to anyone that wants a thrilling experience.
Andrew B.
08:36 12 Aug 19
Fabulous flying school! Just gone through a lot of changes: moving site and some organisational which have only made it better. The instruction for my PPL was just what I needed: professional, tailored to how I learn, patient and most of all encouraging (Carmen Gardien particularly so for getting me to go solo in my late 50s!!). The whole team is very friendly, the prices are great, and there is plenty of help and advice when you need it.
Chris W.
08:07 12 Aug 19
Really pleased with the direction Almat is going following the recent changes, they have focused on responding positively to feedback from club members and other customers. Great team of instructors making training fun while keeping it safe and professional. Benefits for club members are great, I have kept my membership here despite moving away from the area, can't beat the service provided for the price. Recently completed my Aerobatic training which was a fantastic experience, highly recommended!!
Anthony M.
10:02 11 Aug 19
I first attended Almat for ground school to help with my exams over 18 months ago. I have since passed all of my exams and now am flying regularly with Carmen working towards my PPL. Carmen is a great instructor, she has the right amount of patience and encouragement when required. I have also flown with Steve on a few occasions who is also a great instructor. If you are looking to become a pilot or just one off experiences Almat Flying Academy are a great team. They regularly put on social events like BBQ's, days out flying and training courses and always make you feel very welcome. I thoroughly recommend Almat. A+!
Tony G.
09:19 09 Aug 19
I gained my PPL with AFA. The whole team we’re professional, well organised and always made time to support me in my flying. Carmen, who is now Head of Training, is a truly amazing flight instructor, along with her excellent team! Next on my ‘tick’ list is to fly aerobatics with Steve, another fabulous instructor. I would recommend AFA to anyone interested in learning to fly or just for a flight experience, it’s great fun and a wonderful day out!
Hasnain M.
19:56 08 Aug 19
I joined Almat in Jan 2018 and completed my PPL in Feb 2019 alongside studying for my degree course at University. I've now moved on to training for my commercial pilots license. Almat are one of the best in the business and have the best values for training, private hire and experience flights. The company has made and still making a huge amount of improvements. Almat has many opportunities which are not to be missed. Huge thank you to my instructors especially Carmen for supporting me through my PPL.
Phoebe J.
18:45 08 Aug 19
I have been flying with Almat for a while now and have thoroughly enjoyed it. Carmen is a great instructor, really encouraging and has just got me through all of my theory exams.Lovely staff and a warm atmosphere with great socials.
Karl G.
17:51 08 Aug 19
Started my PPL(A) with Almat early in 2018, and completed it a few weeks ago. The guys (and girls) at Almat are always friendly and accommodating. The quality/stability of the instruction at first was a bit hit and miss but that all changed when I settled into training with Carmen. The instructors I had early on have moved on and the ones there now are great. I would definitely recommend Almat, and would encourage anyone who’s thinking about learning to fly to pop in and have a chat.
Arpad K.
16:20 08 Aug 19
I've done my PPL training with Almat and would recommend it to anyone at any level. All the instructors in their new line-up are very professional and share their passion with all individuals. I have to highlight Carmen whose enthusiasm is unrivalled. I love flying with her, she knows how to teach you the right techniques and she knows how to have fun! Private hire is probably the cheapest in England, rivalling non-equity groups, with the platinum membership. Super highly recommend!
bernie F.
16:09 08 Aug 19
As a lapsed ppl I decided to recently, revalidate. Returned to almat and flew with Carmen. Absolute delight, professional, patient and forgiving even when I showed total incompetency, bless her.Visited the new home which is light bright and comfortable and welcoming.Looking forward to flying with Carmen again when she returns from her holiday.
Andy G.
15:55 08 Aug 19
I have been studying for my PPL with Almat over the last few years. During my flight training with Carmen I have learnt a lot from her extensive knowledge and experience, similarly with ground school training she can make complex subjects easier to understand by relating them back to practical experiences. Theres a great social side to Almat also, if you're considering learning to fly I couldn't recommend them enough.
Emma W.
12:29 08 Aug 19
Excellent experience. Superb instructors/pilots (especially Steven!). All staff were very helpful and accommodating. I previously intensely disliked flying, now (thanks to Steven) I thoroughly enjoy it. Would recommend and will definitely return.
David J.
09:32 07 Mar 19
Arthur B.
17:56 28 Sep 18
I was one of those who got their flying lesson voucher on their birthday. I was pretty excited and arranged a lesson with Almat. All I was supposed to get was some basic navigating bordering on boring. This has all changed when I've met my flying instructor. Now within the 30 minutes of our time he has turned me into a MAN! Who can boast that they've done a barrel roll, inside loop, inverted flying up to 4Gs on their first lesson?! My expectation of an ordinary experience has turned into the most amazing! And he has even made a video of it for me and gave a voucher for a pint in a nearby pub! Thank you, Almat Aviation!
Andy R.
21:35 21 Jul 18
Stephen P.
19:15 24 Jun 18
Thank you craig for a fantastic experience
Ray D.
13:33 27 Apr 18
Friendly staff and security, wasn't a good day to fly as it was low cloud base and pouring with rain. But we were here for the flight doctor, nice friendly man well experienced.The reception area was clean and tidy if a little cold, but plenty to read and nice people to talk to.
Mukhtar A.
04:38 04 Feb 18
I started flying with Almat in 2001. One thing that hasn't changed is the friendly atmosphere, accomodating staff and a real enthusiasm for flying.
Anmar A.
00:54 09 Oct 17
I went there and it was very good ❤️
Tracey W.
11:34 19 Aug 17
We bought this experience for our daughters 21st birthday from Into the blue.The experience might not have been half as good if it wasn't for the pilot Craig....He kept her settled and made her laugh from beginning to end.The parking is free,also after we ate at the only plane restaurant which is situated just a 2 mins drive around the airport, just follow the conifer tree!!Molly definatly enjoyed her day ,thank you almat aviation x
Sleepless I.
19:52 24 Jun 17
My friend got me a trial lesson last year which I enjoyed immensely and I've been learning to fly with them since. The instructors are friendly and really understand you, the staff are always there to help and any cancellations or difficulties have always been communicated to me in advance. The planes are well looked after and the little C152s and the Grob 115 are particularly good value to learn with on a budget. Would reccommend to anybody in the Coventry area looking to learn to fly.
Ian U.
18:15 19 Jun 17
Second flight in three months. I really cannot applaud all at Almat highly enough. Lucky enough to fly with Ali who is a consumate professional as are all at Almat. If you live in the Midlands & want to learn to fly, look no further. Brilliant & looking forward to the next time.
Arun
00:01 06 Mar 17
Flying lessons
Qasim B.
21:39 15 Jan 17
tried their best but no cigar with a flight.great briefing. room v cold.
Davood B.
18:30 09 Dec 16
Good staff, parking is not free
Tim S.
14:31 06 Nov 16
Excellent value pilot training.
Alan M.
22:17 02 Oct 16
First piloting experience today, thanks to the nice and very professional people at Almat. There was a very laid-back, but thorough briefing from a very patient coach. All was done with good humour and not in any way patronising. I was hands-on the controls from soon after take-off - all the way around the circuit - to when we were pretty close to landing. I made all the manoeuvres myself, with well explained guidance from my training Captain, Jeremy, who also demonstrated how the aircraft responded to the various controls. I even had a bash at taxying the aircraft back to the aircraft parking area too, tricky, but great fun. Thanks to all at Almat for making this a memorable day! Highly recommended!
B P.
08:45 19 Sep 16
Had a lesson here. Nice friendly staff, had an awesome time! Flying a 152.
Dr Peter E.
14:36 30 Aug 16
Excellent, friendly, helpful staff, understanding of my flying phobia. Highly recommend.
Adam H.
23:44 16 Aug 16
Went for a 30 minute familiarisation course! Informative pre-flight talk! Had a lovely flight with a great pilot! Great fun! Will be doing again! Although 5 stars I have to say the prices are a shame meaning this is going to be more of a rarity than a regular thing.
jonathan M.
20:12 14 Aug 16
Simply awesome
paul M.
17:47 20 Jul 16
I'm training for my ppl their very friendly and helpful plenty of planes to choose from
Facebook Rating
4.9
Based on 58 reviews
Almat Flying Academy
4.9
Daisy C.
19:14 22 Aug 19
Carmen and Ali were amazing - made me feel at ease and excited to fly! Couldn't recommend enough. Thank you guys... I'll be back! Daisy
Adam B.
12:36 17 Jul 19
Almat have consistently delivered fantastic training at a competitive price. The friendly and enthusiastic staff are brilliant and really help to suck you into what will become an addictive if slightly expensive hobby. Still the most excitement you can have with your trousers on!
Melanie J.
21:25 29 Jun 19
Helpful, friendly and relaxed staff there to give everyone a great start into the world of aviation.
Joanna W.
20:26 23 May 19
Such a fantastic school, the staff and instructors are so friendly and professional every minute was enjoyable 😊 will definitely be back again
Andy R.
17:46 06 Jan 19
Completed my PPL with Almat in 2018. All of the staff and instructors were thoroughly supportive and professional in helping put a plan together to obtain my licence within 8 months, despite the British weather trying its best to slow things down. Highly recommend!
Nim James S.
22:38 05 Jan 19
First flying lesson here in 2000 with an Argos flying experience for 80 quid. Started flying here when I was 12.(year2k until I had to stop due to financial issues) A well established flying school with the best instructors. I’m 31 now and looking to obtaining my PPL. I flew the 150s from age 12-15. A great school, and more importantly an experienced one. Which is gold dust in general aviation.
Mark P.
21:39 05 Jan 19
Attended the open weekend Amazing day out staff are more than friendly and welcoming. would definitely recommend this place for pleasure flight experiences and tuition.
James D.
02:19 03 Jan 19
been up on a couple of instances always a good experience - been a while now I have the Motorhome hope in the spring I can get a flight - nothing can compare to being up in the air with A.F.A.
Andy S.
18:28 08 Nov 18
What an excellent experience! All staff were welcoming, everything was well explained and the pilot (Ian, I believe) was friendly and amenable. A very good time was had - on the ground and in the air. Disappointed tho that there was no in flight drinks trolley service or Duty Free hehehehe !!!!!! Being serious, overall 10/10 for your efforts. Great afternoon had. Thank you very much. I shall raise a glass and toast you with my voucher!
Angela M.
16:27 01 Oct 18
Had an amazing time yesterday at Almat Aviation. My Sister bought me a 45min flying experience for a birthday treat. All I can say is WOW!! From the minute we arrived we were made so welcome. The staff are so friendly and helpful and talk you though everything you need to know. We took off and and soon as we were up in the air I was allowed to take control of the plane. Fabulous! The trainer asked where I would like to fly to and off we set. After 45 minutes doing climbs, descents and turns it was time to head back to the airport. Had the best time and would love to do it again.
Jane B.
16:31 22 Aug 18
I had an absolutely fantastic time, was amazed at how much I was aloud to do myself, I had a 1/2hr flying lesson in the two seater Cessna, my instructor was Carmen & she was brilliant, it was a treat for my 60th Birthday, I really want to come back & do it again, thank you so much for such an amazing experience xx
Andy B.
16:47 18 Aug 18
Craig my piolt was first class he explained everything with ease and made me feel comfortable and confident the flying experience was first class I would highly recommend this for anyone young or old.I enjoyed it that much I am planning on doing it again. Thank you do much Craig and all the staff at Almat Aviation Coventry.
Diana H.
16:03 10 Aug 18
Fantastic flying lesson experience. Great instructor and had lots of control of the plane. Nice staff and easy going atmosphere.
Sam S.
09:45 22 Jul 18
I had a aerobatic flight experience with pilot Craig Bryan .......... wow !!!!!!!! From start to finish I was made to feel at ease ( well as easy as you can feel upside down haha) absolutely amazing experience , and I will be going back shortly to have a couple of lessons ( with no spinning this time haha ) thanks for a amazing experience xxx
Helen W.
14:11 09 Jul 18
Lovely experience for my daughters 18th birthday. Her first time in a plane and the ease the staff gave her was fantastic.Highly recommended. Going to do it again for my other 3 children. Thank you Almat staff for a lovely Treasured memory for my daughter
Philip S.
14:43 18 Jun 18
Had an introductory lesson bought for me. It was amazing. Friendly and helpful staff. Very well equipped. Highly recommended �
Naz H.
12:59 18 Jun 18
Had a fab flying lesson, a birthday gift ...thanks to Steve the instructor very knowledgeable, loved every minute would recommend to everyone
Amy P.
20:35 11 Jun 18
Great surprise for my mom! Absolutely loved her flying lesson today and acrobatics in the air with Bryan!! Great guy, definitely be visiting again!
Geeta O.
11:21 20 May 18
Lovely people... hubby had an awesome time and if your going during summers take a picnic basket and enjoy a lovely picnic during the experience
Alan B.
13:19 19 Apr 18
Looked after really well and my instructor made the whole experience one to remember
Teri F.
13:04 22 Mar 18
Wow what can I say brought this for my husband for his birthday, met my expectations and more, highly recommend, the people there was so friendly and helpful �
Sharon A B.
14:55 12 Feb 18
Bought my partner a flight lesson 45 mins great experience all the staff there were very friendly and helpful especially the young man on the front desk... showed us the route he was on got a radio so we could also hear when he was about to land 😊 his instructor was also very nice and ensured him as he was quite nervous... would definitely go back there fantastic present
Les S.
19:24 16 Oct 17
First lesson yesterday ,a Father’s Day present from my daughter, great briefing from Dave, funny and informative, instructor Ian, a crazy Scot, was very experienced and totally chilled out, made me feel very relaxed and gained confidence as the flight progressed, all in all, a great experience and booking a further 2 hours very soon, already started my flight log with the intention of working towards my P.P.I. thanks to all at Almat Aviation.
Arron F.
17:47 08 Oct 17
Was given to me as a birthday gift, absolutely loved it. Great staff, awsome experience. 100% recommend this to everyone.
Martin L.
20:22 30 Sep 17
Just done the aerobatic stunt experience with Greg. What an amazing time. To start off you get a briefing about flying, then I was taken out to the plane. Greg explained everything that was needed and made me feel very confident. From taxiing on the ground to flying I was allowed to take the controls and also performed a couple of stunts. What an experience. Loved every minute of it. Can’t wait to come back and do it again. Thanks very much to my wife Deb’s for buying me the experience and to Greg for making a day to remember. ���
Paul H.
19:57 22 Sep 17
Well skies the limit.. Birthday flight from Lynne my wife.Had one cancelllation due to English weather.. But what an experience from start to finish. Pre flight tuition not to serious but you get the gist .lovely people running the experience. Captain Phil who apparently has no sense of direction can't fly and falls asleep at the helm. He was Brill.... started by dragging the plane out thought I had to push it to bump start it ! Taxing along the yellow line then to the runway ! Yes ! 65 knots pull back and up we went, climbed to 2000ft level off left steep turn right steep,turn,over the bumpy bridge !lifted out of seat. Circled Warwick castle,went round the chimney, it is a wonderful experience.Thank you to all the team, hope I will be back
James B.
16:36 07 Apr 17
The misses booked a taster flight for my birthday. It was an amazing experience, all the staff are really friendly and happy to answer any questions you might have. The tuition was relaxed and the atmosphere was great. I would deffinatly recommend giving it a go. Thank you Almat Aviation 😀
Rupesh P.
16:30 26 Mar 17
Very good flying club. Friendly people making you comfortable with learnings of flying. Had memorable experience of flying one of their training craft Cessna 152.
Fiona S.
09:13 07 Feb 17
Bought a flight experience for my boyfriends birthday and he absolutely loved it! Have never seen him with such a big smile on his face! The people there are wonderful, so welcoming and friendly. Will deffo be returning, the boyfriend won't stop talking about how brilliant it was and now he wants his license! Thank you so much!! �
Stross M.
06:20 04 Sep 16
i'm embarking on my ppl journey currently 10 hours in and can say it's the most challenging and rewarding thing you can do . very good place to learn everyone their is approachable for any questions you have and all the planes are very good
Adam B.
08:49 28 Aug 16
Had a 30 minute taster flight and was allowed and encouraged to do far more than I had expected given the description 'taster'. Amazing experience and am now looking at how exactly I'm going to finance my PPL!
Steve O D.
18:32 08 Aug 16
Cancelled a couple of times but when it finally came together it was well worth the wait. My wife got me the Stunt flight experience with was incredible. Plenty of interaction with the aircraft. Great instructor, super fun from start to finish, brilliant and unique.
Carol H.
08:42 24 Jul 16
Had an amazing time. Very friendly people. Pilot Craig Brian was great instructor. Would definitely do it again.
Ian G.
10:35 30 Jun 16
I had a 3 x 30 minute flight experience on Sunday 26th June which I have to say was impeccable. We got to handle the aircraft and move it out of the hangar (!) and I cannot fault the day at all. From start to finish, it was a great day - a welcoming greeting, introduction with the group and then on to the flying with a brilliant instructor! She was amazing and made the whole experience so relaxing! For me it was a trial flight and I will definitely be taking up lessons from this, really really enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone!
Maureen L.
19:50 29 May 16
The instructor was very good and very patient. Even though I was bricking it and to short for flying it was an amazing experience
Jason B.
09:23 03 Feb 16
Great experience I loved my flight on Monday the 1st. The conditions were a little windy. The instructor was very patient and really good. Thank you so much can't wait to do it again
Matthew C.
17:35 03 Oct 15
Brilliant day out and first class service from all the team. Highly recommended.
Dean S.
15:31 26 Sep 15
Great experience today at 1300 hrs with instructor mark Byrom thanks for the experience will be doing it again and thanks for letting me fly.
Darren M.
20:50 08 Aug 15
Great experience , excellent instructor would love to go for licence now. Had a great flight. Thanks
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Trial Lesson – 2 Seat Plane
Experience the freedom and excitement of flying a light aircraft yourself. Includes a pdf voucher which you can customise with a name and message if it is for a gift. The flight time can count towards getting a Private Pilots Licence. More information below.
£80.00 – £180.00 inc. VAT
These are open to anyone to come and experience the thrill of flight including simulator challenges.
We run training courses and offer private tuition by the hour. Including in-house ground school and additional ratings such as night flying or aerobatics.
Complete beginners are welcome. Get a feel for flight with a trial lesson before you join.
Access lessons, plane and simulator hire and social events including fly outs, discounts on flying experiences and much more.
Location & Facilities
We are based at Coventry Airport, which has all the facilities of a large commercial airport but without the congestion. This makes it a great place for anyone wanting to learn to fly, get a pilot licence or just indulge their flying passion. The facilities we have available include:
- Full Flight Information Service
- Runway lighting (essential for night flying!!)
- A 2km asphalt runway which happens to be the flattest in the UK.