You won’t find a more unusual gift for Father’s Day than a flying experience in pursuit of being a pilot!
It’s not every day you get the chance to take control of a real aircraft, and for any dad who’s ever gazed up at the sky and wondered what it’s like from the cockpit, this is a chance to make that dream a reality.
Whether he’s a lifelong aviation fan or just loves trying something new, a flying experience offers excitement, adventure, and a story he’ll be telling for years.
From taxiing down the runway to soaring above the countryside, flying lessons give him hands-on time in the pilot’s seat, all under the watchful eye of a professional instructor.
It’s not just a gift—it’s an unforgettable experience, packed with adrenaline, achievement and awe-inspiring views. So, if you’re looking to swap the usual gifts for something truly memorable this Father’s Day, a flying lesson might just lift his spirits higher than ever before.
Duration: 3.5 hour with 20 minutes of flying
Location: Blackpool
These are the first magical steps towards becoming a real life pilot, or even just way to start a new hobby! You’ll start at the airfield with pre-flight briefings covering all the safety aspects and dynamics explanations of a fixed wing aircraft.
From here, you will then get into the skies with a fully qualified instructor and even take control to learn the basics flying lessons!
What does the experience include?
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes of flying
Location: Bedford, Blackpool, Cheltenham, Maidenhead, Saint Agnes and Stourbridge
These flying lessons are more of a combination experience as you can not only the experts flying, you also get the chance to take control of the flight too!
30 minutes is spent learning the basics of flying and grasping the intricacies of controlling an aircraft. Another 30 minutes is then spent observing the pilot whilst you are seated at the rear of the aircraft.
Anytime spent behind the controls of the aeroplane counts towards a private pilots licence so you’re well on you way to becoming a pilot!
What does this experience include?
Duration: 2.5 hours with 90 minutes of flying
Location: Bedford and Beverley
Across 2.5 hours, you'll take to the skies with a CAA Qualified Instructor by your side, guiding you every step of the way. This thrilling aviation experience includes not one, but three practical flying sessions, giving you a real sense of what it's like to take control of an aircraft.
What does this experience include?
This Father’s Day, give him more than just a present—give him the chance to take to the skies. Whether it's a one-off flying lesson or the start of a brand-new hobby, it’s a gift that offers excitement, freedom and a story he'll never forget.
So, if you're looking to make this year extra special, a flying experience is a brilliant way to show your appreciation. After all, nothing says “thank you, Dad” quite like letting him take the controls of a real aircraft.
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