Sky & Air Activities available in the Lake District, Cumbria, England.
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Air-Sky related Activities available in the Lake District, Cumbria.
Astounding, unique and unforgettable are just some of the
words that could be used to describe the view and experience
of gliding or flying above the majestic Lake District and
beautiful West Lakes Coast.
With a birds eye view of Southern Scotland, the Solway Firth,
the County of Northumberland plus the jewel in the crown -
the Lake District National Park, with it`s scenic landscape,
rugged mountains and abundance of Lakes, this truly
is one of the most fulfilling of activities for the
visitor to experience.
Several Paragliding Outfits exist that have many years
experience in the local area and provide courses from Tandem
Flight onto beginners plus advanced. Qualified Tutors and
Clubs affiliated with the sports governing body, BPA - BHPA.
Gliding, Flying & fixed wing Microlighting options are
available. Helicopter flights and training with special
offers for "taster" flights where you actually get to
control the helicopter and hover.
Flight training can be undertaken at Carlisle Airport where
there are several companies that will be more than welcome
to discuss your requirements and set you on your way to a
Pilot`s License.
The magnificent Lake District is here for us all to
experience, enjoy and let`s not forget, respect.
Air
Adventures Paragliding School
Cumbria`s Premier Paragliding Outfit.
Courses - Tandem Flights - Taster Days - Gift Vouchers -
Learn to Fly.
Premier paragliding school, offering BHPA ratified
courses in the Lake District.
Helicopter Lesson
In a 4 seater helicopter, approx (30 mins) flying time &
30 mins briefing, after which your instructor will brief
you on the controls and how a helicopter flies.
A trial lesson will give you an insight into the thrill
of helicopter flight and shortly after take off you will
be allowed to take the controls and actually fly the
aircraft yourself.
Furthermore you will have the opportunity to steer the
helicopter back to the airfield and to try some low
level flying plus hovering.
Learn to Fly
Carlisle Airport is home to several flying schools
ranging from the conventional 2, 4 and 6 seat aircraft
to Microlights.
Carlisle Airport is ideally situated close to the
magnificent Lake District and Southern Scotland awarding
outstanding views,
The following companies are based at Carlisle Airport
and offer full instructional lessons plus "trial" flying
lessons, try it for yourself or treat someone with a
super gift surprise.
