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Exciting Flying Lessons at Teesside Airport

Get ready for an incredible flight experience at Teesside Airport, an active hub that serves as a gateway for aviation enthusiasts near Darlington and Middlesbrough. Imagine lifting off from a bustling international airport, where excitement fills the air as you embark on your trial flight.

During your lesson, you'll be guided by a qualified instructor who will ensure not only your safety but also a great learning experience. They'll teach you the basics of flying while letting you take the controls, giving you firsthand knowledge of what it feels like to navigate the skies. This is your chance to experience the thrill of flight in a comfortable light aircraft, surrounded by stunning views of the landscape below.

Whether you choose a quick half-hour session or a more comprehensive hour-long flight, every minute is filled with the joy of flying. Don’t miss this opportunity to check flying from a commercial airport off your bucket list! Prepare for excitement and maybe even a new passion as you take to the skies above Teesside.

What's Included

  • Trial flying lesson in a 2 or 4-seater aircraft
  • Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
  • 30 and 60 minute flight options are available
  • Opportunity to  take control of the aircraft, with guidance from a fully qualified instructor
  • Choose the 4-seater option and an interested observer can accompany you for your flight (subject to maximum weight restrictions)

When Is It Available

  • Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
  • Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions

Location

  • Teeside International Airport, Darlington

Conveniently located with excellent access from surrounding towns and cities

  • Middlesbrough: 10 miles (approx. 20 minutes by car)
  • Darlington: 5 miles (approx. 10 minutes by car)
  • Stockton-on-Tees: 12 miles (approx. 20 minutes by car)
  • Durham: 25 miles (approx. 35 minutes by car)
  • Newcastle: 40 miles (approx. 50 minutes by car)
  • Sunderland: 35 miles (approx 40 minutes by car)

Suitable For

  • Minimum age 14
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult on the airfield
  • Weight restrictions (2 seater) maximum 80kg
  • Weight restrictions (4 seater) maximum combined weight 200kg
  • Participants need to be in good health and able to get on and off the aircraft unaided
  • All participants should bring valid photo ID (such as a UK/EU passport or driving licence)

Spectators

  • Spectators are welcome

Anything Else

  • Flight times quoted are 'chock to chock' engine start to engine stop and includes the time spent taxiing
  • Opportunity to upgrade to a 90 or 120 minute flight duration for an additional charge payable when booking your date
  • Two-seater flights are usually operated by Aquila aircraft
  • Four-seater flights are usually operated by Cessna and Piper aircraft
Exciting Flying Lessons at Teesside Airport

  • Flying lessons from Teesside International Airport
  • 30 & 60-mins in two & four-seater planes
  • Fly from a busy commercial airport!
  • A chance to take the controls & fly

£149.00

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