Our training aircraft and a great all-rounder, with a traditional kingpost design. A 13sqm wing but with Quik performance, a trim range of 55-80mph this flex wing is perfect for all occasions. Used by instructors, club pilots and competition pilots alike, this aircraft is the holder of various world records from speed in a triangle, to world record heights, to winning world championships. This aircraft is also the first Quik wing to introduce tip fins, and the first with a 450kg maximum take-off weight. Tip fins ensure great stability at all speeds and weights, they are not simply a fashion accessory but designed and optimised for excellent performance and handling.
Subject to conditions, we can offer this aircraft for hire to qualified pilots with a current flexwing microlight rating, who are also members of the Scottish Aero Club, at an hourly rate of £120 wet. This gives you the convenience of a high-end aircraft without the large financial outlay.
Anyone. Individuals who are reasonably fit and within the following weight and height limits:
We conduct flight training towards a National Private Pilots Licence (NPPL) with a microlight rating as per the syllabus developed by the British Microlight Aircraft Association (BMAA).
The minimum Flight training requirements are as follows:-
Minimum flight time total of 25 hours.
Minimum dual instruction of 15 hours.
Minimum solo time of 10 hours.
Minimum navigation time of 5 hours.
Minimum solo navigation time of 3 hours.
In addition to flying time, students are required to sit 5 written examinations on the following subjects:-
Air Law – Meteorology – Human Performance & Limitations – Navigation – Aircraft Technical
On completion of training the student will be required to conduct a Flying Skills test and a ground oral examination conducted by a BMAA-qualified flight and ground examiner.
Medical:-
The medical requirements to become a microlight pilot are similar to those required to drive a car. You simply need to complete a Civil Aviation Authority private medical declaration. This can be done on the CAA’s customer portal and is recommended to be completed before commencement of training, and is mandatory before any solo flights take place.
N.B. Some medical conditions may require referral to an Aero Medical Examiner.
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