Here’s your chance to fly with the birds in a specially designed tandem hang glider. Our flights are designed to take you to a height of 3000ft towed behind a CAA approved tug microlight, in the company of our experienced BHPA qualified tandem hang gliding instructor.
You can choose between taking a flight to 3000ft or if the conditions allow on the day, you can experience our premier flight experience to "One Mile" (5280ft) above the earth's surface. Our mile high flight includes a compilation CD of photographs in a presentation case, and a frameable certificate. On completion of either flight you will receive a "been there done that" T-Shirt.
After an introduction to the equipment and a pre-flight briefing, you will be harnessed into the hang glider with your instructor. The microlight will start, and begin towing the glider and it’s occupants into the air for a thrilling ride, gaining height, all the while taking in the views overlooking Sywell Aerodrome. Once the towline is jettisoned you and your instructor will glide free and silent in complete awe of the spectacular views overlooking the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, with stunning views over Pitsford water, Northampton and Wellingborough.... an experience only shared with the birds. You may even take the controls and fly the hang glider yourself or enjoy the thrill of limited aerobatics.
As many of our customers have pointed out, this is a completely unique experience, hanging on the outside of an aircraft, head down with nothing but the rush of the wind over the face……. And as one said, “Rather like flying like Superman”!
This makes an ideal gift and a photographic log of your flight (See picture) can also be included if desired. Telephone the centre for more details.
The hang glider is equipped with its own undercarriage which eliminates the need for running on take off and landing and is therefore suitable for all age groups and people with disabilities. Maximum weight is around 15stone (95 kilos).
Total flight time approx. 25-30mins
Tandem hang-glider aerotow experience voucher: £199
Tandem hang-glider Mile-high experience voucher: £299
Please specify the name on the voucher when ordering.