Fixed Wing Microlight Flying in Lancashire

Take to the skies for an aerial thrill unlike any other in a Thruster T600N fixed-wing microlight. Start with a pre-flight briefing with experienced and friendly professional pilots, before climbing into the plane with an instructor and getting comfortable in the two-seater enclosed cockpit. Feel the thrill of ascending into the skies and soaring over the beautiful Lancashire countryside in this nimble little craft, while enjoying panoramic bird's-eye views over the land. These small planes have exceptionally responsive handling, and the instructor will even offer the chance to take the reins and pilot the craft - a real rush of adrenaline.

In a Nutshell

• Fly in a fixed-wing Thruster T600N microlight
• Includes a briefing and introduction from professionals
• Sit side by side in a two-person cockpit with a friendly pilot
• Even get a chance to fly the microlight!

Key Info

• Availability Description

  Seven days a week throughout the year, excluding the Christmas and New Year period.

• Participant Guidelines

  Max fully clothed weight is 14 stone. Minimum age is 16 and under 18's must be accompanied by a guardian (required to sign a disclaimer). Reasonable fitness required and women in the first or the last three months of pregnancy can't fly.

• Weather

  It is ESSENTIAL to call before 9am on the morning of the experience (before setting off) to confirm go ahead (weather cancellations can be re-booked for another date or time).

• Duration Detail

  Please expect to be at the venue for at least an hour, including a 30 minute flight.

• Numbers On The Day

  The briefing may be shared, but the flight itself is held on a one-to-one basis with a qualified microlight flying instructor.

• Dress Code

  Wrap up warm with sensible shoes (no heels) and gloves. Sunglasses are recommended all year round.

• Other Info

  All our vouchers are fully flexible and can be redeemed against our huge range of experiences. Flying time can count towards a microlight Private Pilot's Licence, for which 15 hours of dual control and 10 hours solo flying is needed to qualify. Please be aware that this is quite a high adrenaline experience, not for the faint hearted.