So Amazing To Glide The Skies
The first glimpse of the glider sent shivers of excitement running down my spine and I could not wait to be soaring like a bird. After a briefing from my instructor we were hooked up ready to go. We were towed to 200ft before being released to float on the air themals lifting us high into the sky. Spiraling upward to 300ft and truly having a birdseye view for miles around at the beautiful countryside and feeling as free as a bird without the roar of a plane engine was truly amazing, much better than I could have ever imagined. I even took the controls, what a wonderful feeling. All too soon it was over but I cannot wait to re-book so I can once again experience the ultimate flight of fancy.
One Heck Of An Experience
Club members most welcoming. Timing wonderful. Just a day to remember for the rest of my life.
An Experience Never To Forget
My gliding experience was made to be a very interesting and fun time. The whole team at the club were so friendly and got all my family involved and interested in the running of the gliders. As for my time in the glider, I can only thank my instructor Doug Hilton for making this an exciting experience and allowing me to take control of the glider once we had reached 2000ft. Doug was so interesting in what he said, not only in how to fly a glider but the landmarks which we were flying over. All in all, a fantastic time we all had, thanks to the whole team.
I Even Talked My Wife Into Doing It!
The guys at the Gliding Club were happy, helpful, enthusiastic and informative. What a great bunch of people. Nothing was too much, no questions were laughed at and during the flight the conversation was enlightening to say the least.
Upon arrival I was dealt with promptly. I was half hour early and the person before hadn't turned up so they got me up early. The instructor was excellent and my time in the sky was unbelievable. Having a hands on go of piloting a glider is something you'll not forget!
Christopher M
24 May 2010
First time gliding, nervous at first, but the team explained what would happen in great detail before I went on my flight. The flight itself was a great experience, from being towed up into the air behind a plane, to releasing the tow rope, then gliding in the thermals and taking in the breathtaking countryside below. I even had a go at piloting the glider. It was a great birthday present from my sister, one I will always remember.
A flight in a glider is one of the best things you will ever experience. I flew from Marlow and was lucky enough to share my flight with a couple of Red Kites that soared on the thermals with us. An experience never to be forgotten!
I was put at ease as soon as I arrived. My family and I were made to feel at home by letting us help ourselves to what ever refreshments we needed while we waited for my turn to fly. The preflight instructions were very easy to follow and before I knew it I was being towed into the air up to over 2000ft. I tried to take a few photos but the view was so breathtaking I had to give up and take in as much as I could. The pilot let me try some manouvres after talking me through the way to do them. that was quite nerve wracking at first but I soon got some confidence in what I was doing. After having some local towns and villages pointed out to me, to soon it was time to land and a perfect landing it was too. I was on a high for so long I couldn't even get to sleep for ages just thinking about it over and over.
An Experience That Will Live Me Forever
I couldn't have chosen a better day to go gliding. Cumulus clouds on a warm day August day had everybody excited. My instructor Robert put me at ease from the moment we met and it wasn't long before I had be briefed, strapped in and ready to go. The aerotow was attached and off we went. Sitting in a low position the adrenalin started to race as fast we were pulled over the lush green grass, until we were airborne. Minutes later we had reached 2000ft and the tow released. We banked in the opposite direction of the tow and immediately caught the first thermal. Three tight circles later and we had climbed about 400ft. Exhilarating and not a whisper of sound bar some instructions from Robert. Soon I had taken control and the whole experience really came to life. I could feel the glider move in tandem with my thoughts and hand movements. What a joy to relax and feel as one with my instructor and glider. So much so that we stayed airborne for 40 mins. A joy to behold.
A Way Of Flying To Be Experienced By Everyone
Everyone at flying club was very friendly and knowledgable and made the experience that much better. Being a 'Big Bird' for 30 minutes is a must for everyone.
What A Memorable Experience!
Easy all round experience, zero hassle. Booking with Red Letter Days was simple, and the staff at the Gliding Centre were fantastic. I've done car days etc, but this really tops the lot, soaring over Bucks without an engine!!!!
A Great Day Out And Very Exciting
I was given a Red Letter Days gift card and decided to try aerotow gliding at the Black Mountains Gliding Club. The club is run by volunteers so it was a bit disorganised on the ground, but my instructor Paul was very professional and explained fully everything I would need to know. Take off was exhilarating and we flew along Hay Bluff over Hay on Wye, I even took the controls for a while! I was able to take some great photos to remember my experience and I certainly got my money's worth. This was great fun and would recommend this to anyone, and I am afraid of heights!
A brilliant time spent at Banbury airfield. The gliding experience was a flying lesson, rather than just being a passenger (which is what I was expecting!). Even after my efforts at mastering a 'right and left bank', my instructor brought us safely back down to earth, but not with a bang - I was still flying sky high!
An Outstanding, Never To Be Forgotten Experience
A superb day with weather conditions perfect for a glider flight. From first getting into the cockpit to finally climbing out after the flight, the experience was out of this world, especially when the instructor hands over control of the glider to fly it yourself. A truly awesome experience.
Spectacular Way To Celebrate My 40Th
This was a memorable gliding treat from my family. Obviously the great weather helped with the day, but John the pilot and Don who towed us up were so friendly and made it fantastic. I'd recommend them to anyone. Thanks.
From the moment I arrived I was made to feel very welcome and at ease. Facilities for both participants and spectators were excellent, and given my good fortune in selecting one of the seemingly few glorious days of weather this summer, I enjoyed fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. I cannot praise the staff enough for their work in ensuring the whole experience ran like clock work.
I had a fantastic day gliding and would definitely recommend it to my family and friends. The information provided prior to the experience was very useful, telling me all I needed to know and the text message from Red Letter Days the day before was a really nice touch!!
Staff at the Gliding Club were very friendly and professional, going the extra mile (and late on a Sunday afternoon) to make the experience memorable.
The Red Letter Days staff were very friendly and helpful when I phoned to book, and the day was overall a fantastic experience.
Lived up fully to expectations - wonderfully smooth with excellent views.
Felt Like Superman For A Day
Still floating on air after a fantastic day out gliding over the countryside. Amazing views and hard to believe how quiet it was. The pilot's sense of humour made it all the more memorable.
Felt Welcome From Take-off To Landing
We were made to feel part of the crew from the moment that we arrived at the club. The instructor explained everything clearly and without jargon so I felt confident from the very first 'few feet' up in the air. The knobs, dials, levers and instruments all made sense. Whilst I was airborne, the ground crew kept my partner both informed and amused with stories of what was happening to me at 2,400 feet. During the 20 minute experience I was given the opportunity to control the glider in a few basic manoeuvres and also had some hands on experience on the ground in getting the glider back to its original starting point. Everybody should gave a go at this.
Exciting To Take The Controls
The club house was friendly and the flight was brilliant. You even get to take controls which is frightening and exciting.
Excellent, A Very Enjoyable Day
An exciting experience.
A most pleasurable experience and would recomend to anyone. Tranquil effortless flight with breathtaking scenery. Many thanks.
Seriously Considering Taking A Course To Go Solo
An excellent experience, well organised, friendly/helpful instructors and able to take the controls for the majority of the flight.