Frequently asked question

• What are the medical Requirements?
• Are they safe?
• Can I have a short flight to see if I like it?
• Is it possible to fly in winter?
• Is there a minimum age?
• Is there a weight limit?
• Does the weather affect training?
• When are we open?

A declaration of fitness form must be countersigned by your G.P. and cannot be issued to anyone suffering from :- Epilepsy, Fits, Severe head injury, Recurrent fainting, Giddiness or Blackouts, High blood pressure, Coronary artery disease, Insulin controlled diabetes, any Psychiatric disorder or any other disorder liable to cause incapacitation.

Absolutely. All Microlights in the UK used for flight instruction have to go through an exacting certification process which is controlled by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)

Due to their light weight and low minimum speeds microlight aircraft have very good forgiving characteristics. Recent official statistics from the CAA showed that microlight aircraft to be the safest form of private aviation in the UK in terms of serious accidents divided into hours flown.

However any aircraft is only as safe as the pilot who flies it, therefore thorough training and a high degree of common sense are both vital in the making of a safe pilot.

We offer a thirty minute and one hour flights to see if you like the sensation of flight. Very few people land disappointed.

Some of the best flying is during the winter months. Although the days are shorter the denser, colder air makes flying conditions really good.

Flight training can commence at any age however hours want count until your 14. You can fly solo at 16 and the youngest age for license issue is 17. In terms of children we will only carry people who can suitably fit into the safety harness.

This depends a little on aircraft type, but in general the maximum body weight is 110 Kg (17.5 stones). We may be able to accommodate heavier people please call beforehand to confirm.

Unfortunately yes, fair weather is required especially during training where you will want to be concentrating on learning to control the aeroplane before having to deal with the techniques required for different types of weather. In general the conditions required for training are:-

• Wind speed no more than 15 to 20 mph
• Visibility greater than 5 Km in flight
• Cloud base above 1000 feet
• Preferably no rain, though it is quite possible to fly in light rain it is a very miserable experience in an open cockpit.

We tend to fly in conditions that would be suitable for other outdoor pursuits.

Oban Air Sports operates seven days a week all year round. Lessons can be taken on an individual basis or as a full time course or part course. Accommodation is available locally and is situated less than one mile from the airport.