For each trial flying lesson there is a pre-flight briefing. You will be introduced to the basic flying controls, main instruments and profile of the flight. Membership is not required. Flight time can be logged and counted as experience towards getting a Pilots Licence (age 14+ only).
Trial Flying Lessons – What to Expect
- You sit in the Captain’s seat. Consequently you get the best perspective of the instruments and your own set of controls.
- Control the plane for the majority of the flight.
- Learn the basics of maneuvering the aircraft.
From our Coventry base, flights can include a scenic view of Warwick castle. Flights over 45 minutes can include a scenic view of Silverstone race track. This is subject to weather and / or other restrictions so cannot be guaranteed, please ask the pilot on the day.
At our Sywell location we offer trial lessons in the cutting edge 2 seat Pipistrelle Virus SW121.
After landing there is a short debrief. Your Instructor can answer any questions you may have. And also show you how to complete your logbook if you want to get one. Furthermore, you can get a consultation with one of of the Almat team. We can help you decide what direction to go with your pilot training. The flight time logged can count towards getting a Private Pilots Licence (LAPL or PPL).
Free Consultation
A trial lesson will part qualify you for a free consultation regarding joining a course to pursue a pilot licence with us. Along with reading one of our free learn to fly guides.
Passengers
You cannot bring passengers if your flight is in a 2 seat aircraft. If you are in a 4 seat aircraft it may be possible to bring up to one passenger. But this is not guaranteed and is subject to legal weight limits. This needs to be calculated and depends on the aircraft, fuel load and environmental conditions to name a few. So if bringing a passenger you should notify our office in advance of your flight and provide the weight of you and the passenger. We reserve the right to weigh passengers on the day and refuse flight with passengers if we think there is any risk the aircraft would be overweight.
Validity
All Trial lesson and experience vouchers must be redeemed within 6 months of purchase.
