Cotswold Aero Club Limited

Cotswold Aero Club is one of the oldest flying clubs in the United Kingdom. It operates from Gloucestershire Airport at Staverton in the heart of the Cotswolds. The club is easy to reach from Cheltenham, Gloucester, Bristol, Bath, Swindon, and Worcester. The club offers a professional yet relaxed environment for people who want to learn to fly or enjoy recreational flying. It has built a strong focus on training pilots and providing trial flights to the public.

The club provides structured flight training for several licences and ratings. Students can train for the Private Pilot Licence or the National Private Pilot Licence for aeroplanes. The club also offers training for the Instrument Meteorological Conditions rating and the Night Rating. Professional instructors and examiners conduct all training. People who are unsure about committing to a full course can book a trial lesson or discovery flight to experience flying over the Cotswolds.

The aircraft fleet consists of modern, well equipped, and well maintained planes. The Robin R2112 Alpha serves as a basic training aircraft and can be used for aerobatics. It is also equipped for night and instrument meteorological conditions training. The Robin DR400 models handle training and touring duties. One DR400 has a slightly uprated engine that allows for additional payload. The Piper PA 28R Arrow II supports touring and advanced training with its higher cruise speed.

Self fly hire is available to members on all club aircraft. The club also offers hangarage for aircraft owners who need storage space. A resident radiotelephony examiner is based at the club. Members can book aircraft and services online through Shlott.com. The club shop sells gift vouchers for trial lessons. These vouchers make suitable gifts for people interested in aviation.

The club is a corporate member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. The club maintains a program of club events and member activities. It publishes club documents and provides useful links for pilots. These resources help members stay informed about aviation topics and club news. Member achievements are highlighted through the website and social media.

The club welcomes novice pilots who are beginning flight training. It also serves experienced pilots who want to hire aircraft or gain additional ratings. The facilities at Gloucestershire Airport offer convenient access for people living in the surrounding cities and towns. The club continues to provide flight training and recreational flying opportunities in the United Kingdom.

Services

• Trial lessons
• PPL training
• NPPL training
• IMC rating training
• Night rating training
• Aerobatics
• Self fly hire
• Hangarage
• Gift vouchers