We're looking for potential new pilots to take part in our Learn-to-Fly course. The course starts with a training day on Saturday 10th September, and from there can tailor training to fit your schedule.
Typically the basic training takes about 6 days of flying and consists of combined theory and practical flying.
As well as learning how to take off, fly and land the glider safely, students cover topics such as weather, radio usage, and ground handling of the gliders. The goal of the course is to have students ready to safely complete a solo flight without an instructor sitting in the back seat.
Our club is non commercial, with instructors volunteering their time to keep costs to a minimum.
The training course is just the beginning for pilots, who can go on to fly cross country, take passengers, learn glider aerobatics, or enter gliding competitions.
The course costs are TBD, plus flying costs, which are approximately $120 per flying day. Ideal age range is 16 - 55. Weight limits for pilots are 50 to 110 kg.
To register your interest or for more information contact Bob Gray 07 839 5225 (after hours) or email training@glidingmatamata.co.nz.
