Would you like to find out what it feels to fly a small aeroplane? Or know someone who does?

Do you think you would like want to learn to fly but are not sure that you will like it?

interested in pursuing a license but unsure where to begin?

Then try one of our flight experiences or give a gift they will never forget.

Or know someone interested in a Private Pilot’s License that would love a trial lesson in a small aircraft?


Trial Lesson 60 Minutes

A flying lesson conducted by one of our instructors. The participant will experience one hour of training, demonstrations and the opportunity to handle the aircraft. Particularly tailored to those ready to pursue their license.

What’s included

  • An amazing experience at CFS, one of Britain’s oldest flying schools based at Cranfield Airport.

  • 48 - 60 minutes flight time with a CAA qualified UK flight instructor.

  • There is no minimm age.

  • Public Liability Insurance.

  • Pre-Flight safety briefing.

  • Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate / Snacks / Cold Drinks can be purchased on site.

  • Flight time does count towards a Pilot's License.

  • Family & friends are welcome on-site and may take photographs.


Flight Experience 60 minutes

An experience as a front seat occupant on one of our training aircraft, tailored to those with an interest in aviation and flying, potentially thinking about joining our flying school. This flight is flown by one of our experienced pilots, who will show the basics of flight, demonstrating aircraft controls and promoting a sense of what flight in a light aircraft is like.

What’s included

  • An amazing experience at CFS, one of Britain’s oldest flying schools based at Cranfield Airport.

  • 48 - 60 minutes flight time with a company approved CFS pilot.

  • There is no minimm age.

  • Public Liability Insurance.

  • Pre-Flight safety briefing.

  • Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate / Snacks / Cold Drinks can be purchased on site.

  • Family & friends are welcome on-site and may take photographs.


Trial Lesson 30 Minutes

A flying lesson conducted by one of our instructors. The participant will experience thirty minutes of training, demonstrations and the opportunity to handle the aircraft. Particularly tailored to those ready to pursue their license.

What’s included

  • An amazing experience at CFS, one of Britain’s oldest flying schools based at Cranfield Airport.

  • 24 - 30 minutes flight time with a CAA qualified UK flight instructor.

  • There is no minimm age.

  • Public Liability Insurance.

  • Pre-Flight safety briefing.

  • Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate / Snacks / Cold Drinks can be purchased on site.

  • Flight time does count towards a Pilot's License.

  • Family & friends are welcome on-site and may take photographs.


Flight Experience 30 minutes

An experience as a front seat occupant on one of our training aircraft, tailored to those with an interest in aviation and flying, potentially thinking about joining our flying school. This flight is flown by one of our experienced pilots, who will show the basics of flight, demonstrating aircraft controls and promoting a sense of what flight in a light aircraft is like.

What’s included

  • An amazing experience at CFS, one of Britain’s oldest flying schools based at Cranfield Airport.

  • 24 - 30 minutes flight time with a company approved CFS pilot.

  • There is no minimm age.

  • Public Liability Insurance.

  • Pre-Flight safety briefing.

  • Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate / Snacks / Cold Drinks can be purchased on site.

  • Family & friends are welcome on-site and may take photographs.


All vouchers have a validity of 12 months from date of purchase. If an extension is required, this charge will be done as pro-rata, in accordance with the price difference between date of purchase and the current price point. Please note we only allow one flight experience per person.

If the participant is under 18 years old, please be advised that we would prefer a parent/guardian to sit in the back of the aeroplane or alternatively, a waiver form can be signed.

After purchase you will receive an email confirmation with a booking number on it. When you receive this, please call the school to book your flight (01234 752 272) and we will endeavour to find a slot in our calendar to suit your availability. If you would like a printable voucher to give to someone as a gift then also call the school and ask for this with the details of the person who it should be made out to.

Please note weekends are our busiest times, and sometimes require to be scheduled up to a month in advance. Most weekday bookings require around 1 week’s notice.

As weather can affect the safety of flights, a booked flight may be cancelled and rescheduled at short notice. Scheduled flights are also subject to aircraft serviceability and availability; however we will do our best to get you flying.

All of our aircraft have the capacity for one occupant in the rear. However carriage of other students is at the discretion of the school and/or pilot in command, and will need to be confirmed in advance when booking the flight.

Also bear in mind that for all flights the aircraft are quite small and entry and exit requires mobility for safety reasons. If you are constrained with mobility please phone and ask if you are unsure.

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