Training that will take your airmanship to the next level

Take flight in the aeroplane that has become affectionately known as "The Poor Man's Spitfire", the de Havilland Chipmunk offers superb handling and a very graceful flight experience, earning its place in aviation halls of fame as a firm favourite.

Students tell us that training in the Chipmunk is some of the most enjoyable flying, let alone training, that they have done.

Strap in and find out for yourself why the Chipmunk is such a dearly loved aeroplane.

Already hold a pilot's licence? You can learn the art of tailwheel flying in the best training aircraft available. The Chipmunk is revered for its legendary handling characteristics, but it is a great teacher, demonstrating the behaviour expected of some of the less well-behaved aircraft at just the right time and right level!

Our highly experienced Instructor will take you through the syllabus to convert you from a tricycle pilot to a tailwheel pilot. Learn the art of 3 point landings, wheelers, short field and soft field as well as hard runway ops.

This is a comprehensive course, not just the basics. Complete the course as a true tailwheel pilot and open a new aviation chapter in your flying career.

Ideal for two pilots to learn the art of flying in close formation together, we take you from an absolute formation novice to a safe and competent formation pilot.

Learn the formation references, positions and emergency drills. Formation flying is the ultimate skill to make you the smoothest pilot in the club!

The course is flown in two Chipmunks and can be tailored to your ultimate aim, whether for safe close flying with a friend for a cross country, up to and including preparation for Display Authorisation and Airshow formation flying.

If you have your own aircraft, our instructors are also available to teach you in these.

Our primary instructor is Dave, he flies and instructs well but hasn't written anything for this bit!