Friends, Amis, Amigos, Ami

We are delighted to announce our October date for one of our most popular events – Microlight Flying. We’re working with Rob and Richard at Exodus Airsports – a really enthusiastic couple of guys – who will introduce you to the thrills and excitement of flying on Thursday 10th October.

Exodus Airsports is based at Plaistows Farm Airfield, situated in Chiswell Green, just outside St Albans in Hertfordshire. Just a mile from the M25 and M1, it is very convenient for North London and easily reachable from most parts of the south of England.

Chiswell Green Lane is a narrow country lane and, after a sharp right-hand bend look for the Plaistows Farm sign and entry to the airfield is on the left after the long barn. We’ll meet at the Car Park promptly at 10.30 am and for safety reasons wait to be escorted to the Main Hanger.

Chief Flying Instructor Rob started flying at the age of 10 and has been instructing for more than 20 years. Richard is also a highly experienced instructor, flying both flex wing and fixed wing. Both these CAA-approved instructors are dedicated to making flying for people with disabilities a reality.

The aircraft you’ll be flying is Flex-Wing GT450 Microlight. This aircraft design originates from the early days where an engine was attached to a hang glider. Nowadays they have fantastic performance similar to that of a small fixed wing aircraft. The seating arrangement is front to back and the cockpit is open. Flying suits are worn for extra warmth as well as helmets and headsets.

Rob or Richard will be taking you up for an approximate 20 minute flight. During the flight you will take control of the aircraft under their direction. That’s what we call an Experience!

Flying suits and helmets will be provided and there are no particular dress requirements. But, please, no shorts or sandals. Not for aesthetic reasons, but for safety and comfort.

We’ll meet in the car park at 10.30 am, park up and then go over to the main hanger in convoy for tea or coffee and a briefing. Then it’s time to kit up for the flying session. And as there will be some waiting around you might want to bring a light lunch or snack.

Note: This is a grass runway airfield and fairly basic. There is a loo at the site BUT this is NOT wheelchair accessible. However, at the roundabout of the nearby A405, North Orbital Road, there is a Shell petrol station. Opposite that is the Mercure Noke Hotel with accessible loos; and just beyond the petrol station is a Starbucks (just off the roundabout) again with a fully accessible loo.

And don’t worry if you have never seen a microlight before, just be ready to be amazed at what you can achieve!

Important Notice: The following health restrictions apply in all cases: Persons flying should weigh no more than 110kg and not suffer with epilepsy.

The sport will be restricted solely to people within our remit i.e. with some form of paralysis. But, as ever, friends and family are very welcome to come along and watch the fun!

So, to recap: the date and approximate timings for your diary are:

Thursday 10th October 2024

10.30 am until approx. 3 pm.

The full address is Exodus Airsports at Plaistows Farm Airfield, Chiswell Green near St Albans, AL2 3NT

For directions log on to exodus airsports.

Availability is limited so, to avoid disappointment, please contact Valerie at info@sportability.org.uk to book your place right away!

We hope to see you there!

The Sportability Team

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