Many people dream of flying like a bird, soaring over rooftops and rivers, swooping low over fields and trees, but how many ever realize that this dream could be a reality? Some people sky dive, but that's more fall than flight.
Others fly in light planes, but then there's always the noise of the engines tainting the experience.
Undoubtedly, the closest anyone will come to the dream of gliding like a bird is hot air ballooning.
Unlike other forms of flight, ballooning is quiet and extremely peaceful, allowing pilots and passengers to get up close and personal with nature and truly experience the world around them.
If you've fallen in love with the relaxation of hot air ballooning, why not take it to the next level? Become a pilot! Piloting a balloon is a rare experience, one that will stay with you forever.
Several different courses to cater to individual needs, from private pilot all the way to instructor level courses.
Whilst most people complete a private pilots course in two to three months, times can vary depending on previous experience.
There is, however, a minimum 16 hours of flight training required for a private certificate course.
As well as the hours of flight training, those wanting their private pilots licence will need to pass six set exams.
These exams cover the topics of: oAir Law oNavigation oMeteorology oAerostatics and Airmanship oLandowner Code of Conduct, and oRadio Operator Once you've passed these and completed your minimum flight hours and a simple flight test, you're ready to take off and explore the joys of the wide blue yonder! No more dreaming about peaceful, joyous flight - open your eyes and take to the air!
Others fly in light planes, but then there's always the noise of the engines tainting the experience.
Undoubtedly, the closest anyone will come to the dream of gliding like a bird is hot air ballooning.
Unlike other forms of flight, ballooning is quiet and extremely peaceful, allowing pilots and passengers to get up close and personal with nature and truly experience the world around them.
If you've fallen in love with the relaxation of hot air ballooning, why not take it to the next level? Become a pilot! Piloting a balloon is a rare experience, one that will stay with you forever.
Several different courses to cater to individual needs, from private pilot all the way to instructor level courses.
Whilst most people complete a private pilots course in two to three months, times can vary depending on previous experience.
There is, however, a minimum 16 hours of flight training required for a private certificate course.
As well as the hours of flight training, those wanting their private pilots licence will need to pass six set exams.
These exams cover the topics of: oAir Law oNavigation oMeteorology oAerostatics and Airmanship oLandowner Code of Conduct, and oRadio Operator Once you've passed these and completed your minimum flight hours and a simple flight test, you're ready to take off and explore the joys of the wide blue yonder! No more dreaming about peaceful, joyous flight - open your eyes and take to the air!