Autogyro 30 Minute Flight (Open Cockpit) - Hampshire
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About the experience
Get groovy with a gyrocopter as you experience the unique sensation of flying in an open cockpit. Although it will take a little while to get used to the fresh breeze on your face, many passengers often say they love being up close and personal with nature and the weightlessness that comes with these types of aircraft. These unusual looking planes tend to sneak under the radar as flying experiences go, but once you try it you’ll never go back. Granted, they look a bit funky looking and are often described as the ‘motorbike of the skies’ but they actually possess a canny skill that very few aircrafts have. Fitted with an unpowered rotor that’s in free rotation, this allows the vehicle to develop lift as it uses a rotor disc with the air flowing forward to make it rotate. After spending a few minutes in the gyro, you’re bound to fall in love with these planes that give the unique feeling of fresh air on your face whilst flying. Without the restrictions of a cockpit, the views surrounding you will feel like they’re within touching distance as you graze over Hampshire. You’ll be glad to know that all the equipment and flying suits are provided, alongside an experienced instructor who will be offering you the chance to take the controls should you be feeling adventurous. If you’re keen to try something new and hop on board a flying experience like no other, this is the perfect package for you.
- Fly an autogyro at Popham near Basingstoke, Hants
- Flights are with a certified training school
- 30 minute flight
- Open cockpit flight in a Magni M16
- 30 Minute flight
- A pre flight briefing and explanation of the controls
- An opportunity to take the controls
- A flying suit, helmet and radio comms are provided
- Lesson time includes approximately 5 minutes for taxiing
Information
- Popham Airfield, near Basingstoke, Hampshire
- You need to be agile enough to get in and out of the gyrocopter
- No previous flying experience is required
- Front seat experience is at the instructors discretion
- Please seek medical advice if you have previously suffered a heart condition or other medical complaint such as back or neck problems
- This experience is not suitable for pregnant mothers
- All participants must complete an information sheet and waiver prior to flying
Minimum Age: 14 years
Minimum Height: 137.00 cm
Maximum Height: 193.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 101.00 kg
- Please wear warm comfortable outdoor clothing and closed toe footwear, you should also bring gloves to wear on the flight
- Weekdays and Saturdays throughout the year
- All flights are subject to weather conditions
- Spectators are welcome to watch your gyrocopter flight
- There is a clubhouse which is usually open to visitors, along with a cafe at weekends
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