3000ft Aerotow Gliding Flight - Yorkshire
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Experience one of the most peaceful forms of flying around with this Gliding experience at the Burn Gliding Club near Selby in Yorkshire. As soon as you arrive here, you’ll be surrounded by friendly and enthusiastic flyers who are passionate about getting as many people as possible to try this unique, peaceful form of flying. It won’t take long for you to realise why Gliding is so special after you’ve spent a few minutes in the air, because after initially being released from a height of 2000 or 3000ft, you’ll be surrounded by silence. Unlike other aircrafts, there is no rumbling engine noise but just the sound of the wind whirling around you. Of course, it can be made into an adventurous experience if you wish, but with this package, it’s about taking in the stunning scenery over the North Yorkshire countryside and Moors. Depending on when you fly, you may even get to experience the ‘Pennine wave', which is when summertime sunshine creates localised currents of rising thermal air which will give your glider an extra boost, making you airborne for longer. Even if you fly in the winter months, you may experience something similar due to the plumes from nearby power stations which recreate the same thermal effect. It’s safe to say that whatever time of year you end flying in, every experience will be just as peaceful and awe inspiring. In a matter of months you’ll be booking in again, as you ultimately succumb to the gliding bug.
- Gliding with Burn Gliding Club near Selby
- Experience the 'Pennine wave'
- See the very best of 'God's own county' from the air
- Opportunity to take the controls during your flight
- Flights last around 15 minutes
- Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
- A powered aircraft will tow you to your chosen height for launch
- Opportunity to take the controls during your flight
- Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside
Information
- North Yorkshire, the airfield is five miles from the M62, providing access to the A1 and M1 motorways and one mile from Selby
- Spectators are welcome to come and watch you during your experience
Minimum Age: 13 years
Maximum Height: 192.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 101.00 kg
- Gliding takes place Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Flights generally take place between 11:00 and 16:00
- During the summer months you may be able to go gliding in the evening
- Please ensure that you book this experience well in advance to avoid disappointment
Please Note Due to popularity, bookings are now being taken for dates from November 2024 onwards
Please Note: Bookings should be made a minimum of 90 days before the expiry date. Bookings made after this date can only be accepted if flight slots are available.
- For mile high flights: In the event of low cloud on the day, 2 aerotows may be offered instead
- There is a clubhouse providing hot drinks and sandwiches and there are pubs and local hotel and B&B's that can also be recommended
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