Why choose this Devon tour ?
Flying above the Devonshire countryside in a motorglider is a truly unique experience. Our aircraft it is both very quiet and comfortable and offers unrivalled visibility making it perfect for taking aerial photographs.
Motorgliders by there nature are extremely safe aircraft to fly in as with their long wings they can glide very efficiently without the engine running.
Your 30min Motorglider Experience will give you a great opportunity to enjoy a birds eye view of Devon as well as the chance to handle the controls and fly the motorglider if you wish.
As your pilot is a fully qualified flying Instructor you will be able to receive some tuition on handling the controls of the aircraft and possibly flying us back to the airfield yourself.
Make the most of your Devon adventure
What makes Fly a Motorglider in Devon a unique experience ?
Enjoy a 30 minute introduction to motorgliding over the beautiful Devonshire countryside.
As part of this experience if you wish you will be able to have a go at flying the aircraft after receiving instruction from our fully qualified flying instructor.
If this isn’t for you then simply relax and absorb the stunning views of beautiful Devon from the comfort of the incredibly smooth and quiet motorglider.
The large bubble canopy with sliding side windows offers a great opportunity to take unobstructed aerial photographs.
During your trip you will fly along the northern edge of the Blackdown Hills over historic sites such as Culmstock Beacon, Wellington Monument and the old WW2 airfields of Culmhead & Upottery..
Culmstock Beacon is a stone hut that stands on the edge of the Blackdown Hills. Built as a fire beacon for signal communication to warn that the Spanish Armada ha did been sighted in the English Channel back in 1588
Birdseye view of the tallest three-sided obelisk in the world.
Completed in 1820 Wellington Monument stands 175 feet tall
Culmhead Airfield,
A former RAF station now disused.
RAF Upottery (also known a small Smeatharpe)
A former WW2 airfield
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Fly a Motorglider in Devon Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Pre-flight briefing and the option to receive flying instruction if you would like
Not Included
- We are unable to accommodate people above 100kg
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Southwest Motor Gliders.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 1 Travelers is accepted for booking.
