Highland Flying School - Opinions?? (Merged)
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Hi all!
I'm thinking about doing my PPL in Inverness, the costs look pretty good compared to other schools in Scotland (and the UK for that matter) does anyone have any experiences reviews of the school?
If not, any recommendations of another school (anywhere in the UK) with similar prices?
I'm also looking for a contact email for them, I've emailed their Information email but don't seem to be getting anything back.
Thanks!
P
I'm thinking about doing my PPL in Inverness, the costs look pretty good compared to other schools in Scotland (and the UK for that matter) does anyone have any experiences reviews of the school?
If not, any recommendations of another school (anywhere in the UK) with similar prices?
I'm also looking for a contact email for them, I've emailed their Information email but don't seem to be getting anything back.
Thanks!
P
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Never been a member, but have operated out of there on several occasions. Nice aeroplanes, very nice people, great location, super weather. I always feel rather jealous once Ive been there, that they've got such a great setup.
I can't see you going wrong with them. Absolutely wonderful
I can't see you going wrong with them. Absolutely wonderful
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Agreed India Mike.
Popped in there this Summer inquiring about some 172 time. Received a very warm welcome, got a tour of the ramp and felt comfortable just hanging around and "chewing the fat". Their prices are competitive as well.
They are however very busy...
Enjoy.
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Popped in there this Summer inquiring about some 172 time. Received a very warm welcome, got a tour of the ramp and felt comfortable just hanging around and "chewing the fat". Their prices are competitive as well.
They are however very busy...
Enjoy.
Best,
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Indeed - Both the Petes are excellent guys - well worth a visit just to shoot the breeze - the kettle is always on!
I'm looking to do my IMC there later this year, and revalidated there earlier this year.
I'm looking to do my IMC there later this year, and revalidated there earlier this year.
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Also agree!
I flew in a few times when I lived in Scotland - always received a great welcome and even soup and sannies!
Great airfield and fab area to fly in - I really miss it!
Great airfield and fab area to fly in - I really miss it!
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Thank you all very much for your comments. Peter got back to me today about the flying and the accommodation available, very cheap and sounds like a really nice area to fly.
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I did my IMC and recently a revalidation for my SEP. I have also flown about 100hrs on their aircraft.
I wont bore you with all the details and just say PERFECT IN EVERY WAY....
I wont bore you with all the details and just say PERFECT IN EVERY WAY....
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Hi Folks,
Just back from Inverness after completing my JAA PPL with Night and checkout on the PA28.
I just wanted to mention a big thanks to Maggie, Peter and a top team of Instructors who helped me along the way, I'm now considering doing my IMC there aswell.
I originally picked inverness because I thought I would be learning in the harshest of weather conditions but didnt really realise that it is also a busy area with a MATZ, lots of Danger areas, LARS etc.. within close reach making the learning experience more involved and a higher workload hence steeper learning curve.
I would recommend this school as a good starting block to someone like myself who is looking to go further in aviation in the near future.
Just back from Inverness after completing my JAA PPL with Night and checkout on the PA28.
I just wanted to mention a big thanks to Maggie, Peter and a top team of Instructors who helped me along the way, I'm now considering doing my IMC there aswell.
I originally picked inverness because I thought I would be learning in the harshest of weather conditions but didnt really realise that it is also a busy area with a MATZ, lots of Danger areas, LARS etc.. within close reach making the learning experience more involved and a higher workload hence steeper learning curve.
I would recommend this school as a good starting block to someone like myself who is looking to go further in aviation in the near future.
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On the move
the flying school at Inverness has moved..
<DIV>The building which is to be the new location for the flying school is in the final stages of preparation.It is close to the entrance to the airport and has parking adjacent. Facilities will include refreshments area, briefing room.Visitors will be welcome.
Meanwhile the school is using an office in the main terminal building, just ask at the information desk for access.The phone number used for contacting the school is still
<DIV>The building which is to be the new location for the flying school is in the final stages of preparation.It is close to the entrance to the airport and has parking adjacent. Facilities will include refreshments area, briefing room.Visitors will be welcome.
Meanwhile the school is using an office in the main terminal building, just ask at the information desk for access.The phone number used for contacting the school is still
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Please keep us informed here about the date of the opening of the new premises, internet pages updates (including a "planes page" with hourly rental rates, removal of some old premises pics, removals of references to the HAC and most importantly new pics of the new set up!
Meanwhile I wish all in Inverness Merry Xmas and great flying for 2009!
Please keep us informed here about the date of the opening of the new premises, internet pages updates (including a "planes page" with hourly rental rates, removal of some old premises pics, removals of references to the HAC and most importantly new pics of the new set up!
Meanwhile I wish all in Inverness Merry Xmas and great flying for 2009!
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Ok Van Horck thanks for your interest. With the small team doing a lot of the work themselves the preparation of the building has taken up any spare time. I will let you know when the website has been updated and I will look at including photos of the school aircraft especially as photography is my occupation !
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New premises open ,business as usual
I was down at the HFS yesterday,nice flight to Aberdeen.(added another 8 castles to my photo collection)
The new location is convenient for the airport entrance, car parking outside the school building, and very close to the terminal for shops etc.
Bright neat inside the building, comfy seats ,briefing room and welcoming staff.
The new location is convenient for the airport entrance, car parking outside the school building, and very close to the terminal for shops etc.
Bright neat inside the building, comfy seats ,briefing room and welcoming staff.
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Cannot speak highly enough of this organisation. Returned after a three month absense to find nothing has changed apart from the oh so smart new club house. What a boost to an organisation that I found to be welcoming, friendly, professional and just a great place to hang out at. Was quite amazed at the lengths folk travelled to learn to fly there lat year ! Not sure why you would want to learn to fly anywhere else !!
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Me thinks not sir,
Was back up there flying last weekend and still loving it.
PM me if your wish and I'll give you my CAA ref no just to prove I'm not trying to advertise.
Wish I had seen thiis earlier but I've stayed off the forums during all the crazy stuff that was going on between the school and the flying club.
David.#
Was back up there flying last weekend and still loving it.
PM me if your wish and I'll give you my CAA ref no just to prove I'm not trying to advertise.
Wish I had seen thiis earlier but I've stayed off the forums during all the crazy stuff that was going on between the school and the flying club.
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Glad you had a good experience, I've done some flying up there in the past. I heard there is trouble on the GA side at Inverness, something about a group breaking away and buying a PA38?
P.S I hope you get a free flight for your plug!
P.S I hope you get a free flight for your plug!
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Can only echo what others have said so far. All my experiences with Highland have been good.
I was wondering, has anyone tried contacting Highland Flying School by email recently.I emailed them a couple of days ago but have heard nothing back yet?
Thanks
Quarto
I was wondering, has anyone tried contacting Highland Flying School by email recently.I emailed them a couple of days ago but have heard nothing back yet?
Thanks
Quarto