Aerotow launch
If you have never seen a modern glider, or have only had a brief
trial flight in one, you are probably unaware of the potential of
these aircraft. Gliders are capable of cross-country flights of considerable
distances and can cruise at speeds in excess of 100 knots.
The current UK distance record is over 1000 km, flights of 500 km
are frequently made from Gransden Lodge, 600 km is not unknown and
several of our members have made flights exceeding 750 km. The record
height achieved from Gransden Lodge is in excess of 12 500 feet.
To reach these levels of achievement takes time, dedication, and
practice. Cambridge Gliding Centre offers a comprehensive set of courses
to suit you, from your very first flight to your first solo, your
first cross-country flight and beyond. Gransden Lodge is one of the
largest gliding sites in the UK and ideal for easy, safe and efficient
training. All our courses are run by British Gliding Association (BGA)
rated instructors.
Introductory course
The package includes a safety briefing, three aerotows to 2 000
feet and initial instruction.
This forms the first part of the full
BGA training syllabus. Cost…. £190
Flexible training courses
Available Monday to Friday most weeks during our summer season from
April to September. You can book a modern training glider and qualified
Instructor (usually sharing with maximum one other trainee) for as
little as half a day or as much as a week or two.
This is an ideal
This is an ideal opportunity to take a break and start learning to fly gliders in
earnest, have a fun holiday week, or just take a day or two out of your busy
schedule and just do something for yourself! £25 per day course reservation fee
plus launches and flying at standard club
member rates only pay for the flying you get, all ground
and air instruction is free.
Example 5 day training course
10 aerotows 10 winch launches and 8 hours flying will cost around
£600.00 including reservation fees.
Example 2 day course
Five aerotows and five winch launches plus 3 hours soaring will cost
around £275 including reservation fees..
The 'small print'
Note: charges and offerings may be revised from
time to time. Prices are VAT inclusive where applicable.
Some things that would prevent you from attending
a course:
- You are under 16 years old.
- You weigh over 104Kg (240lbs).
- You are subject to sudden disabling health attacks such as epilepsy. If you satisfy the medical requirements for a normal UK driving licence
you will be fine.