30 Minute Microlight Flight from East Fortune
- Experience the thrill of flying in a microlight in the safe hands of an instructor
- Fly over East Lothian's beautiful beaches, famous golf courses and the Bass Rock
- Experience the performance of these high-powered machines
- You will be invited to take the controls and try flying the microlight yourself
Take to the sky in a flex-wing aircraft and experience flying as you never have before!
Upon arrival, you will be met by your flying instructor, who will go through a full safety briefing with you and introduce you to your aircraft- a Flex Wing P&M Quik R.
After donning your flying suit and helmet you’ll be introduced to the aircraft before carrying out a pre-flight brief and safety checks. After start-up you’ll taxi out for take off.
This versatile ultralight sport aircraft has been designed for performance and handling and has great stability at all speeds and weights.
Experience the exhilarating sensation of open cockpit flying and try your hand at climbing, turning, cruising and descending in the microlight.
During the flight, you will be able to hear your instructor talking to airfield operations and other aircraft in the area.
When at a safe altitude you will be offered the controls. Under the safe supervision of your instructor, put the aircraft through different maneuverers. Learn how to turn, climb and descend, matching engine power and pitch.
Friends and family are welcome to come watch you take to the skies from the airfield. This is a truly unforgettable experience and the ideal gift for those looking for their next adrenaline rush or a for any aspiring aviator!
Available at 1 Location
East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian
Participants
This voucher entitles one person to the flight experience
Experience Duration
Allow 90 minutes for the experience
Weather
High wind can effect this experience
Restrictions
Maximum weight for a passenger is 16½ stone. Minimum age is 14 years
Spectators
Welcome to wave you off from the airfield. There is a waiting lounge and facilities for visitors
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