60 Minute Private Flying Lesson

Fly a plane with this 1hr lesson, with around 50 minutes flying in a wonderful little two seater aircraft! Take the first step towards your private pilots's licence as you soar over Wales!
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Merseyside 60-Minute Trial Flying Lesson
From £ 219 For 1 Person

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Fly a plane with this 1hr lesson, with around 50 minutes flying in a wonderful little two seater aircraft! Take the first step towards your private pilots's licence as you soar over Wales!

Experience Days Flying Lessons: This 60 minute flying lesson in Hawarden is the ideal introduction to the world of flying, and the perfect first step for prospective pilots! This is a fantastic 60 minute flight experience in a two seater aircraft, with just you and your professional pilot instructor in a one-to-one flying lesson. Not only will you experience the feeling of soaring over your chosen area of Wales, but you can even get hands-on and help to actually pilot the plane during the flight!

Upon arrival at Hawarden airfield on the day of your private flying experience, you will be met and welcomed by the friendly staff in the airfield's operations office. They will introduce you to your flight instructor, and then it's time to start your session with a routine 5-10 minute ground-briefing. Once you have been taken through all the logistics, you will be led out to the apron and into the two-seater aircraft. Once the flying lesson actually starts, it is completely your choice how much - or how little - you want to participate in the flight. You can sit back, relax and enjoy the ride if you wish, but you are also absolutely encouraged to get hands on if you want to, and you can help perform tasks throughout the flight, including starting the engine, checklist drills, taxiing, take off, turns cruising, and descent - you will be given the opportunity to take the controls and actually pilot the plane! At the end of your experience, you'll receive a flight log to take home. 

You are guaranteed to enjoy some really spectacular views of Hawarden during your 60 minute flight; there are plenty of route options available around the area!

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When can you book Merseyside 60-Minute Trial Flying Lesson

The 60 minute private flying lesson is available throughout the year, subject to availability.

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Flying Requirements

Minimum Age: 14

Maximum Weight: 13 stone

Maximum Height: 6'4''

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How long is the Merseyside 60-Minute Trial Flying Lesson

Experience Duration: 0:45

Time Spent at Venue: 1:00

Please allow 1 hour on site for this flying lesson.

Your pre flight briefing will take 5 - 10 minutes.

Your flight should take a minimum of 40 minutes including taxi time. 

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Guest Info For Merseyside 60-Minute Trial Flying Lesson

Participants: The 60 Minute Private Flying Lesson is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: Private

Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes

Friends and family are very welcome to come and watch as youlearn to fly.

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Activity Location

Hawarden (Clwyd)

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What to Wear For This Activity

Wear something comfy, warm and casual for your flying lesson. Sunglasses are a good idea, and a camera if you wish to take some aerial photographs (camera is taken at your own risk).

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Is This Activity Weather Dependent?

The flying lessons do rely on decent weather conditions, and may have to be cancelled at short notice in adverse conditions.

Merseyside 60-Minute Trial Flying Lesson Reviews

Paul Joy - Anonymous location
  • 12/05/2019
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The instructor was keen for me to have the controls for as much time as possible and for me to get the most out of my hour. It was brilliant, a truly memorable experience. Thank you!
Debbie James - Anonymous location
  • 14/04/2019
Andrew Chapman - Anonymous location
  • 05/04/2019
The instructor was first rate. Big thanks to the team at the airport!
Carys Ritchie - Anonymous location
  • 13/02/2019
Everything on the day exceeded my expectations...well done!
Hilton vasey - Anonymous location
  • 24/10/2018
A wonderful experience, got behind the wheel and was encouraged to do everything from flying around clouds to steep banks, brilliant - would highly recommend it to anyone.
Keith Jones - Rossendale
  • 23/08/2018
The experience day involving the flying lesson was terrific. Thoroughly enjoyable and the pilot and other staff could not have done more. I have no hesitation in recommending this to anyone who is thinking of it as a gift.
Ben Tapsell - Anonymous location
  • 14/08/2016
Amazing day. Hoping to book some more lessons with this company. Would definitely recommend to everyone!
Ashee - Anonymous location
  • 16/10/2015
I purchased this experience for my fiance as a birthday present. Needless to say it was one of the best things he has ever done! He was allowed to fly the plane from the minute he got in it (which we were not expecting). The staff were lov...
I purchased this experience for my fiance as a birthday present. Needless to say it was one of the best things he has ever done! He was allowed to fly the plane from the minute he got in it (which we were not expecting). The staff were lovely & helpful. I am pretty certain he will be back to get more hours towards his pilot's license! Thank you!
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Sophia Batalova - Anonymous location
  • 18/06/2011
My trial lesson was the best experience I have ever had. The instructor was so enthusiastic and patient, I actually flew the plane! I totally love it - it was my birthday present, but I think I am not waiting for next birthday to start fl...
My trial lesson was the best experience I have ever had. The instructor was so enthusiastic and patient, I actually flew the plane! I totally love it - it was my birthday present, but I think I am not waiting for next birthday to start flying lessons :)
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Expert Interview with Mersey Flight Air Training School

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There’s so much to love about flying, from the incredible once-in-a-lifetime views to the thrill of a perfect take-off and landing, it’s always a wonderful experience. With the range of exciting flying lessons available from Mersey Flight Air Training School, you now have the opportunity to take the controls and soar through the skies yourself! I’ve been talking to Neil about the history of the company, and what we can look forward to in the future.

1) Please explain your journey as ‘Mersey Flight Air Training School’ so far.
Merseyflight’s roots can be traced back to 1970 and an organisation which was known as Cheshire Air Training School. The school has transformed over the years, both in terms of fleet and owners, but its high standards remain intact. Being a flight instructor is a dream job, and above the clouds is without doubt the best place to spend your working day – Everywhere looks better from the air! Teaching people to fly, and taking people up for their first experience in a light aircraft, is extremely rewarding. Almost without exception, everybody who takes a trial lesson ends up grinning from ear to ear by the time we get back on the ground.

2) What differentiates your company from others?
We consider ourselves to have the smartest, best maintained fleet of aircraft and a thoroughly professional – and friendly – team of instructors. We operate from Liverpool International Airport, taking off and landing among the Easyjet Airbus A320s and Ryanair Boeing 737s, giving our customers a real-life Commercial Pilot’s eye view. We can also record our flight experiences on to DVD, so that our customers can enjoy, and share, their experience over and over again.

3) Is there any inside information you can give us?
It’s always easier to pick something up on the ground rather than learning it for the first time once airborne. Our instructors do conduct a thorough pre-flight brief regardless of the customer’s level of experience and I would encourage anybody to ask lots of questions. Other top tips would be to relax on the controls and don’t be afraid to have a bit of a play. Feel free to ask the instructor if there’s anywhere in particular you would like to fly over – it’s not always possible but we can accommodate most requests.

4) Do you have any exciting plans for the future that you’d like to tell us about?
We certainly do have exciting plans for the future, but I’m afraid you’ll have to watch this space…

5) What would you say is your most frequently asked question?
‘Can I fly over my house?’ – Most of the time, yes. However, we do operate in Liverpool’s Controlled Airspace so we can’t always guarantee it.
‘How much flying do I get on an experience flight?’ – As much as possible. We try to get you taxying the aircraft, doing at least some of the take-off and, once airborne, taking control for the remainder of the flight until we’re coming in to land again. If you like, you can even do some of the radio calls!
‘How long does it take to get your Pilot’s Licence?’ – It varies from person to person but depends mostly on how often you fly, how dedicated you are and your natural ability.
‘What’s your scariest experience?’ – Rather boringly, nothing to write home about. These aircraft are incredibly robust and there are so many safety processes in place.
‘Do you realise that you’ve got possibly the coolest job in the world?’ – The answer to which is a resounding YES! Having previously been in the IT industry, I can confidently say that talking to somebody about flying and talking to them about computers are two TOTALLY different experiences…

Check out the other flying options available from Mersey Flight Air Training School:
Private Flying Lesson Liverpool – 30 Minute
One Hour Four Seater Flying Lesson in Liverpool
Four Seater Flying Lesson in Liverpool (30 Mins)

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