Emanuel Jarez
30th Mar 2011, 13:03
Good Afternoon.
Firstly, it is of great pleasure to have found such a great forum specifically within my area of interest and that I can pro-actively liaise with experts within the private flying sector of aviation. It would of been rude if I didn't introduce myself before posting a question, so now is the perfect time to say 'hello' first.
My name is Em (for short) and I have had great pleasure of occupying the right seat of an AX3 microlight from a small field near Essex. It was from this moment that I have been fascinated with the thrill of flight overlooking the great views of the great British countryside.
What made microlights attractive to me were many reasons, the low costs of hiring the aircraft compared to other heavier aircraft in a different type category was the first. Secondly, it appears that ownership or a share of a microlight is certainly more realistic and affordable. More so, the NPPL (M) is a pretty attractive license for me because of the fact that I will be able to obtain a licence within 30 hours if I complete the course in a structured time frame (weather permitting of course).
The main and whole reason that I admire microlights is because I found the aircraft very fun to fly around in, and almost like a 'GoKart' in the air. The thrill of flying is an experience that I will not take for granted.
Would anyone be able to advise me on the typical costs of microlight ownership annually as compared to renting out a microlight.
It appears that I could purchase a share of an AX3 for cost and fly for around £40-£50 per hour. I would have to take into account the monthly fees for hangarage and maintenance e.t.c which could cost anything around £50 per month upwards. Are my costs realistic? If so I would say that the actual cost of flying is relatively cheap compared to other aircraft.
Your thoughts and opinions are much appreciated.
Kind regards,
Em.
Firstly, it is of great pleasure to have found such a great forum specifically within my area of interest and that I can pro-actively liaise with experts within the private flying sector of aviation. It would of been rude if I didn't introduce myself before posting a question, so now is the perfect time to say 'hello' first.
My name is Em (for short) and I have had great pleasure of occupying the right seat of an AX3 microlight from a small field near Essex. It was from this moment that I have been fascinated with the thrill of flight overlooking the great views of the great British countryside.
What made microlights attractive to me were many reasons, the low costs of hiring the aircraft compared to other heavier aircraft in a different type category was the first. Secondly, it appears that ownership or a share of a microlight is certainly more realistic and affordable. More so, the NPPL (M) is a pretty attractive license for me because of the fact that I will be able to obtain a licence within 30 hours if I complete the course in a structured time frame (weather permitting of course).
The main and whole reason that I admire microlights is because I found the aircraft very fun to fly around in, and almost like a 'GoKart' in the air. The thrill of flying is an experience that I will not take for granted.
Would anyone be able to advise me on the typical costs of microlight ownership annually as compared to renting out a microlight.
It appears that I could purchase a share of an AX3 for cost and fly for around £40-£50 per hour. I would have to take into account the monthly fees for hangarage and maintenance e.t.c which could cost anything around £50 per month upwards. Are my costs realistic? If so I would say that the actual cost of flying is relatively cheap compared to other aircraft.
Your thoughts and opinions are much appreciated.
Kind regards,
Em.